Dorchester Primary School
77%
Capacity
527
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Dorchester Primary School
Dorchester Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sutton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 527 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dorchester Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Bell, it falls under Sutton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5198th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 33 in Sutton.
Dorchester Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 47 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Dorchester Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 17 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dorchester Primary School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Dorchester Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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, Worcester Park, Sutton, KT4 8PG |
| Headteacher | Catherine Bell |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 527 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 527 / 682 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5198th of 13,686
Nationally
936th of 1,592
In London
20th of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
146
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% 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, Worcester Park
Sutton, KT4 8PG
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