Dovecote School

About Dovecote School

Dovecote School is a place where the unimaginable becomes achievable. We deliver an exciting and innovative therapeutic curriculum, specifically developed to meet the needs of students. We equip students with the necessary skills and strategies to support their development into adulthood.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

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.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

4.3

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

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

18.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

22.2%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

33.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

9 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 12, 2023

4.0

"Mixed feelings"

My son has been at Dovecote School for a few months now and it's been a bit of a mixed experience. On the one hand, the staff are all so friendly and helpful, and the facilities are great. On the other hand, I've noticed that some of the other kids can be quite challenging to work with, and it's taking some time for my son to adjust. We're hoping that things will improve with time.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Michael K Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 22, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school with a great community"

My daughter has been at Dovecote School for a year now and we're really impressed with the school's focus on individual needs and interests. The staff are all so friendly and helpful, and the school's community is really strong. We love the fact that they offer so many opportunities for the kids to learn and grow.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily G Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Best school ever!"

My son has been at Dovecote School for a year now and it's been a game-changer for him. The staff are all so supportive and the facilities are amazing - the farm and forest school are his absolute favourite. We're so grateful to have found a school that truly understands and supports his needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Life-changing experience"

My son attended Dovecote School a few years ago and it was a life-changing experience for him. The school's focus on emotional regulation and mental health was just what he needed, and the staff were all so knowledgeable and supportive. We're so grateful for the care and support they provided.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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