Dovedale Primary School

About Dovedale Primary School

Dovedale Primary School is a happy active learning environment, proud of our school and our place in the community. Our children's behaviour reflects their engagement with our diverse curriculum and they all support our values of Respect, Enjoyment, Achievement, Challenge and Health (REACH). Aiming High Together

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Key Facts

Head/Principal S Houseman

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

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.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

18.2

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

65.0%

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 M

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Thriving in this happy school"

My child has been at Dovedale Primary School for 3 years now and I can honestly say that they've flourished. The emphasis on kindness, respect and individuality is truly inspiring. The school's THRIVE program and forest schools have had a huge impact on my child's confidence and resilience.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie T

Parent Feb 10, 2022

4.0

"Good, but room for improvement"

We've been pleased with the progress our child has made at Dovedale Primary School, but we have had some issues with communication from the teachers. The values and programs in place are great, but we feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and provide clearer expectations.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Daniel W

Parent Sep 20, 2020

5.0

"Excellent education and values"

We have fond memories of our time at Dovedale Primary School. The staff were always approachable, the facilities were excellent and the sense of community was palpable. Our child thrived in this happy and inclusive environment, developing into a confident and empathetic individual.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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