Best 3 Primary schools in Dover – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Deal; Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School (Primary) in Dover; Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School (Primary) in Dover — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School, Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School and Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School. They are primary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Deal, Kent and Dover, Kent. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School), published Jul 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School (Jul 2023). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 500, typical FSM 30–35%, range 15–20%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as DEAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING TRUST and SAMPHIRE STAR EDUCATION TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School CT14 8DD	Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School CT15 4AN	Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School CT16 2PB
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Deal Kent CT14 8DD	Dover Kent CT15 4AN	Dover Kent CT16 2PB
Latest Ofsted	1 10 Jul 2023	1 7 Feb 2023	1 13 Jun 2019
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	140	232
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	DEAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING TRUST	Kent (886)	SAMPHIRE STAR EDUCATION TRUST
Website	www.kingsdown-ringwould.kent.sch.uk	www.eythorne-elvington.kent.sch.uk	www.shatterlocks.com
Telephone	01304373734	01304830376	01304204264
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School

CT14 8DD

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Deal
Kent
CT14 8DD
Ofsted: 1 10 Jul 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: DEAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.kingsdown-ringwould.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01304373734

Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School

CT15 4AN

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Dover
Kent
CT15 4AN
Ofsted: 1 7 Feb 2023
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Kent (886)
Website: www.eythorne-elvington.kent.sch.uk
Telephone: 01304830376

Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School

CT16 2PB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Dover
Kent
CT16 2PB
Ofsted: 1 13 Jun 2019
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: SAMPHIRE STAR EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.shatterlocks.com
Telephone: 01304204264

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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