Dovecote Primary and Nursery School

About Dovecote Primary and Nursery School

The goal of the staff at Dovecote is that the school is a place where everyone is valued and that children come first. We believe in our children and aim to inspire and support them to reach their full potential in body, mind and spirit.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 21 responses • 6.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.7% positive 14.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

90.4% positive 9.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

61.9% positive 38.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

81% positive 14.3% negative

My child does well at this school

80.9% positive 19.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 21 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

14.3

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

46.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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James B.

Parent Sep 20, 2022

3.0

"Mixed feelings about Dovecote Primary"

We've had a bit of a mixed experience with Dovecote Primary. On the one hand, the staff are all very friendly and the facilities are great. However, we've found that the school can be a bit disorganized at times, and it's been difficult to get in touch with the teachers.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily T.

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Dovecote Primary exceeds our expectations"

We're so grateful to be part of the Dovecote community. The staff are always approachable and the facilities are excellent. Our child has flourished in their Year 4 class, and we're so impressed with the emphasis on character development and academic achievement.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie W.

Parent Mar 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school with a great approach to learning"

We're really happy with the progress our child has made in their Year 1 class. The teachers are all very dedicated and passionate about their subjects. We've also been impressed with the emphasis on mental health and well-being, which is so important in today's world.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Kai R.

Parent Dec 20, 2021

5.0

"A wonderful school with a caring atmosphere"

As a former parent, I can confidently say that Dovecote Primary is a truly special place. My child thrived in the nursery and Reception classes, and we were always made to feel welcome by the staff. The values of the school really shine through in the way the children treat each other.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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