GP surgery in Coventry
The Forum Health Centre
1a Farren Road, Wyken, Coventry, CV2 5EP
Scores 91 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 88% of patients say their experience is good and 63% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2017. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 81
- Easy to get through on the phone52
- Easy to contact online84
- Good experience of getting in touch90
- Did not wait too long for the appointment81
Quality of care 96
- Patients rate the surgery as good81
- Patients got what they needed86
- Doctors and nurses listen80
- Patients trust the staff70
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done80
- Meets NHS clinical targets91
- Children vaccinated on time75
What patients say
99 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
63%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
88%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 88%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 63% | 57% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via website | 73% | 58% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 58% | 54% | 83% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 48% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 89% | 73% | 91% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 60% | 57% | 65% |
| Waiting time was about right | 82% | 69% | 82% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 97% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 70% | 75% | 75% |
| Had all the information needed | 95% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 96% | 93% | 98% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 98% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 98% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 88% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 67% | 79% | 73% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 33% | 43% | 33% |
| Agreed a care plan | 31% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 99 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 6 August 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 1a Farren Road, Wyken, Coventry, CV2 5EP
- Phone
- 024 7626 6370
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sowe Valley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M86014 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Enhanced lighting
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 14 February 2017
This rating is 9 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Outstanding |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 13.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 5.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 11.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 76% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 80% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 90% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 79% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forum Health Centrethis surgery | – | 91 | 63% | 88% | Yes |
| Torcross Medical CentreCoventry, CV2 3NF | 0.5 miles | 96 | 98% | 95% | Yes |
| Copsewood Medical CentreCoventry, CV2 5NB | 0.8 miles | 20 | 71% | 70% | Yes |
| Walsgrave Health CentreCoventry, CV2 2SW | 0.8 miles | 48 | 84% | 74% | Yes |
| Henley Green Medical CentreCoventry, CV2 1AB | 0.8 miles | 38 | 58% | 81% | Yes |
| Godiva Group PracticeCoventry, CV2 4LJ | 1.0 miles | 58 | 76% | 85% | Yes |
| Clay Lane Medical PracticeCoventry, CV2 4LJ | 1.1 miles | 84 | 78% | 93% | Yes |
| Bredon Avenue SurgeryCoventry, CV3 2FD | 1.3 miles | 62 | 81% | 81% | Yes |
| Mansfield Medical CentreCoventry, CV3 1JB | 1.3 miles | 66 | 55% | 85% | Yes |
| Wood End Health CentreCoventry, CV2 1XA | 1.3 miles | 18 | 50% | 69% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Forum Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Forum Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 024 7626 6370.
How do patients rate The Forum Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 88% of patients at The Forum Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 63% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 91 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Forum Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Forum Health Centre as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 14 February 2017).
What are the opening times of The Forum Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 6 August 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Forum Health Centre?
Call 024 7626 6370. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 1a Farren Road, Wyken, Coventry, CV2 5EP.
How many patients are registered at The Forum Health Centre?
Around 21,186 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sowe Valley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Coventry and Warwickshire NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.