Dover Christ Church Academy

About Dover Christ Church Academy

Dover Christ Church Academy is a caring and friendly school that provides excellent pastoral care with pupil wellbeing being at the forefront of our mission. We are a small nurturing and inclusive school that includes a Special Resource Provision, Aspen 2, within our community and offers a bespoke curriculum catering to each pupil’s individual needs.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Nijjer

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

42.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

27.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.13

Progress 8

Well below average

9.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

24.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

3.9% entered EBacc

2.3% achieved EBacc

129 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school with caring staff"

My daughter has been at DCCA for a few years now and I couldn't be happier with the education and care she's receiving. The staff are always approachable and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. I also love the Turner 25 program, which has given my daughter the opportunity to try new things and develop her interests.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding experience for our child"

We've been impressed with the progress our child has made at DCCA since joining the school. The teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the extra-curricular activities are fantastic. We particularly appreciate the emphasis on pastoral care and the support provided for children who need it.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha W Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 12, 2021

4.0

"Nice school, but some improvements needed"

We had a good experience at DCCA when our child was there, but we did notice some inconsistencies in the teaching and some issues with communication. That being said, the school does have a lot to offer, including great facilities and a range of extracurricular activities. With a bit more attention to detail, I think DCCA could be an even better school.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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