Balsall Common Primary School

URN: 138536 • Coventry CV7 7FS

Overview

Name
Balsall Common Primary School
URN
138536
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CENTRAL SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Mitchell (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01676532254
Website
Visit
Address
Balsall Street East, Coventry CV7 7FS

Summary

Balsall Common Primary School, located in Coventry, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 671 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 630. The school operates under the Central Schools Trust and has received an Outstanding rating from OFSTED in February 2014. The ethos of the school emphasizes high expectations and aspirations for all students, fostering a dynamic learning environment that supports individual growth and resilience.

The curriculum at Balsall Common Primary is designed to engage learners through innovative strategies such as Mantle of the Expert and Building Learning Power. The school offers a cohesive educational experience from nursery through to Year 6, ensuring that children develop both academically and socially. In addition to the core curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports and clubs, enriches the students' learning experience.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with strong partnerships between parents, staff, and governors. This collaborative effort aims to support each child's journey through education, celebrating diversity and individual achievements within a supportive environment. Before and after school care is also available, providing additional support for families.

Key details

LA
Solihull
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CENTRAL SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
630
Pupils
671
Boys
354
Girls
317
FSM %
10.40
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 671 354 317 630 10.40
2024-09-11 683 351 332 630 9.60
2023-09-11 713 374 339 630 10.20
2022-09-11 713 374 339 630 10.20
2021-09-11 709 384 325 630 9.60
2020-09-11 719 399 320 630 8.30

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