Dove Bank Primary School
85%
Capacity
178
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Dove Bank Primary School
Dove Bank Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 178 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dove Bank Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Dakin, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Dove Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 19 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dove Bank Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Dove Bank Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Off Rutland Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4AP |
| Headteacher | Sally Dakin |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 210 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Off Rutland Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4AP
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