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Sidney Stringer Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Sidney Stringer Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Coventry , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1495 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,495

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Sidney Stringer Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sidney Stringer Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Coventry. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1495 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Coventry before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Sidney Stringer Academy — School Information

Full address
2 Primrose Hill Street, Coventry, CV1 5LY
Local authority
Coventry
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136126

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If Sidney Stringer Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Coventry are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sidney Stringer Academy

Is Sidney Stringer Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Sidney Stringer Academy currently has 1495 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sidney Stringer Academy?

Admission to Sidney Stringer Academy is managed by Coventry. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Sidney Stringer Academy cover?

Sidney Stringer Academy is a secondary school in Coventry, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sidney Stringer Academy?

Sidney Stringer Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.