Sidney Stringer Academy

URN: 136126 • Coventry CV1 5LY

Overview

Name
Sidney Stringer Academy
URN
136126
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SIDNEY STRINGER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Turpin (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02476251756
Website
Visit
Address
2 Primrose Hill Street, Coventry CV1 5LY

Summary

Sidney Stringer Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Coventry, catering to approximately 1,495 students aged 11-19, including a significant sixth form. Established in 2010, the Academy has gained recognition for its commitment to educational excellence, achieving an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in Leadership and Management, Personal Development, and Sixth-form provision in 2023. The school operates under the Sidney Stringer Multi Academy Trust, which includes several other local schools, fostering collaboration to enhance educational outcomes.

The Academy's ethos is centred around respect, determination, and integrity, aiming to support all students in reaching their full potential, regardless of their background or starting point. The curriculum is designed to challenge gifted and talented students while providing necessary support for those with special educational needs. Sidney Stringer Academy prides itself on high academic standards and a nurturing environment, ensuring that every student is valued and encouraged to thrive.

As a community-focused institution, Sidney Stringer Academy welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and is committed to inclusivity. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, emphasizing the importance of partnership in achieving outstanding educational results.

Key details

LA
Coventry
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SIDNEY STRINGER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1495
Boys
834
Girls
661
FSM %
49.40
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1495 834 661 1350 49.40
2024-09-11 1478 837 641 1350 46.90
2023-09-11 1450 848 602 1350 40.40
2022-09-11 1450 848 602 1350 40.40
2021-09-11 1462 839 623 1350 34.60
2020-09-11 1452 815 637 1350 30.60

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