Meadow Park School
Part of Finham Park Multi Academy Trust
Updated July 2026
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Meadow Park School is a secondary school located in Whitley, Coventry, that serves its local community through an innovative and ambitious curriculum. It is a member of the Finham Park Multi Academy Trust and is dedicated to fostering a thriving, inclusive environment for all students.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school’s motto focuses on nurturing excellence and growing aspiration, with a core commitment to "thriving together." It aims to provide world-class educational opportunities through research, development, and innovation. The school strives to develop students into responsible young adults with high self-esteem and the competencies required for future success.
Programmes
The curriculum is structured across three stages: Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) provides a broad experience based on National Curriculum requirements, while Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) allows students to select from a range of academic and vocational courses, including GCSEs and BTEC Technical Awards. Post-16 students have access to a range of A-Level and vocational subject choices. Core subjects include English, Maths, and Science, supplemented by offerings in MFL, Humanities, PE, Performing Arts, IT, Business, and Art, Design and Technology.
Outcomes
Following a November 2023 inspection, Ofsted graded the school ‘Good’ for Attitude to Learning, Personal Development, and Leadership. Recent examination results indicate that the school is among the most improved in Coventry. The curriculum is designed to create clear pathways for students into further education, university, and apprenticeships.
Student support
Learning support
The Learning Support Team is responsible for identifying and addressing barriers to learning to ensure all students can succeed. The Director of Inclusion and SEND oversees these efforts, working to provide interventions that enable students to overcome challenges and access the curriculum. The school is committed to being welcoming, caring, and compassionate toward all pupils.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Meadow Park School is a non-selective school that coordinates its admissions through the Coventry City Council. The standard admission number for Year 7 is 180 students, and the school also accepts in-year applications for families moving into the area. All new students receive monitoring and support during their first term to ensure a successful transition.
Calendar
The school operates on a three-term academic year. The 2025-26 academic year begins in early September 2025 and concludes on 17 July 2026, with scheduled breaks for autumn half-term, Christmas, spring half-term, Easter, and the May Day bank holiday. Teacher inset days are integrated throughout the year to support staff development.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a large, purpose-built sports hall equipped with cricket nets, as well as a gym suitable for martial arts. Academic facilities include dedicated ICT rooms, food technology rooms, science and art rooms, and a theatre. The school also maintains a conference room and provides access to outdoor spaces.
Co-curriculars
The school provides a programme of clubs and enrichment activities designed to extend student learning and personal development. Students are encouraged to participate in these opportunities to foster creativity and innovation outside of the classroom. Additionally, the school operates a House System—comprising Fulmen, Lunar, Sol, Orbis, and Stellae houses—to encourage community engagement and student leadership.
- Mrs B PettmanHeadteacher
Mrs B Pettman is the Headteacher at Meadow Park School. She emphasizes the school's commitment to nurturing excellence, growing aspiration, and thriving together.
- Mr C ConnorDeputy Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Mr C Connor serves as a Deputy Headteacher and is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the school.
- Mrs H LawrenceDeputy Headteacher
Mrs H Lawrence is a Deputy Headteacher at Meadow Park School.
- Miss G FraserAssistant Headteacher
Miss G Fraser is an Assistant Headteacher at Meadow Park School.
- Mr J ButtAssistant Headteacher
Mr J Butt is an Assistant Headteacher at Meadow Park School.
- Mrs K SeckerAssistant Headteacher
Mrs K Secker is an Assistant Headteacher at Meadow Park School.
- Mr T PerrisAssistant Headteacher
Mr T Perris is an Assistant Headteacher at Meadow Park School.
National Curriculum (England)