Vale View Community School

About Vale View Community School

Vale View Primary School is an inclusive, one-form entry primary school and nursery set in the heart of Dover, working closely with St Martin's Primary School and Priory Fields School, the other schools in the multi academy trust. We are a safe, positive and nurturing environment where all children will achieve their potential; personally, academically, socially and emotionally.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.2

Teachers (FTE)

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

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

31.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Our Experience at Vale View"

My two children have been at Vale View for a year now and I couldn't be happier with the school. The teachers are supportive and dedicated, and the values of the school are really evident in the way the children treat each other. I love the regular newsletters and class updates - it's great to feel so connected to the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie T Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 25, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

My child has recently started at Vale View and while it's been a bit of an adjustment, I do think the school has a lot of potential. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the teachers seem knowledgeable. However, I've been a bit disappointed with the communication from the school - it feels like there's always something new happening and it's hard to keep track of.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David L Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2020

4.0

"Positive Memories"

My daughter attended Vale View for a few years before moving on to secondary school. I have many fond memories of her time there, particularly the trips and extracurricular activities. The teachers were always engaging and the school's focus on values was really important to me.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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