Finham Park 2

  • Secondary
  • Free school
  • Ages 11 to 19
Ofsted: Good

Torrington Avenue, Coventry, CV4 9WTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Finham Park 2 is a secondary school in Coventry for ages 11 to 19. It is one of the 124 schools in Coventry. It ranks 13th of 24 secondary schools in Coventry. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2018.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 5 June 2018, report published 11 July 2018

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 November 2023

Finham Park 2 (FP2) leaders and pupils share the same high aspirations and this helps pupils to achieve well. Pupils understand and follow the values of pride, respect and responsibility. Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and respectful. Typical parent comments are that 'the school nurtures all pupils with exceptionally supportive staff'. There is a purposeful atmosphere around the school. Pupils say they can focus on their learning well. Most pupils work hard and want to do well. On the rare occasions when there is low-level disruption, teachers act quickly and efficiently to address it. During social times, pupils walk and mix in a calm and orderly manner. This is evident in how the pupils behave, the smartness of their uniforms, and how they speak to visitors and staff. Pupils feel safe. They say they know who to talk to about any concerns they have. The school prioritises pupils' personal development well. Pupils, staff and parents speak positively about the 'FP2 family' as one community. The extra-curricular programme is rich and diverse. Pupils take part in a range of clubs such as debating and robotics. Students in the sixth form also support many areas of school life. This includes as 'paired reading' mentors to younger pupils.

What the school should improve

  • Some pupils miss too much school, including pupils with SEND and those who are disadvantaged. This holds back their progress and achievement. The school should work closely with parents and external agencies to communicate effectively and secure more regular attendance for all pupils.
  • Leaders have not fully developed their strategy to effectively support pupils who are weaker readers. Also, some pupils do not read widely and regularly in school and at home. This means that some pupils do not make sufficient progress in developing their reading and lack an understanding of what they are reading. The school should develop and embed its reading strategy to carefully monitor and support pupils and parents in engaging with regular and wide reading.

Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

114 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score43.8

43.8, 2.3 below the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths40.4%

40.4%, 5 percentage points below the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths58.8%

58.8%, 6 percentage points below the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc64.9%

64.9%, 24.4 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.04

4.04, 0.05 below the England average of 4.09.

A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25

41 students

Average point score per A level entry27.17

27.17, 7.83 below the England average of 35.00.

Average A level grade C-, England average B-

Pupil numbers and mix

812 pupils on roll, with places for 890

Eligible for free school meals33.1%

33.1%, 6.6 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language21.1%

21.1%, 0.5 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support18.7%

18.7%, 3.9 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.2%

3.2%, 2.8 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Finham Park 2

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
The Westwood Academy0.5 milesOfsted judgements: GoodAttainment 8: 40.7
WMG Academy for Young Engineers0.5 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 43.0
The National Mathematics and Science College0.6 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 2.1
West Coventry Academy0.8 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 41.2
Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School2 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 52.9

School details

School type
Free schools
Sector
Free school
Trust
FINHAM PARK MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
11 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Yes
Headteacher
Mr William Keddie
Address
Torrington Avenue, Coventry, CV4 9WT
Local authority
Coventry
URN
141939

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.