Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Dover, CT16 1QX · Kent · primary school
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420th of 425 primary schools in Kent we can score, 460 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.8/10 against 625 of them, against 0.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 35.0 · 5 | 62% | 0.31 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 161 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who have not yet reached the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school with a "deeply caring and welcoming ethos" where pupils demonstrate values such as peace, friendship, and respect. Since the previous inspection, the school has "embedded strong improvements," resulting in high expectations and an inclusive culture that helps every pupil to shine.
Strengths
- The teaching of reading is a strength, with staff using expertise to help children learn sounds early and providing effective catch-up help for gaps.
- Highly effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) ensures the school meets the needs of all learners.
- Pupils achieve well across the curriculum, particularly in mathematics, where they apply concepts with skill and recall knowledge with confidence.
- Behaviour is positive, with clear expectations and swift resolution of minor distractions, ensuring learning is not disrupted.
- The school promotes positive mental health and well-being through regular opportunities for calm reflection and a strong focus on online safety.
Areas to improve
- The school should support pupils’ handwriting and presentation skills to help them produce high-quality written work across the whole curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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