Dorchester Primary School
79%
Capacity
291
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Dorchester Primary School
Dorchester Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 291 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dorchester Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Mills, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Dorchester Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 24 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dorchester Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Dorchester Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dorchester Road, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU7 6AH |
| Headteacher | Stuart Mills |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.0% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 367 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9151st of 13,686
Nationally
979th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dorchester Road, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU7 6AH
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