Dove CofE Academy
64%
Capacity
96
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Dove CofE Academy
Dove CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 96 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dove CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqui Brian, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Dove CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 21 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dove CofE Academy include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, Dove CofE Academy 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 | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Ashbourne Road, Uttoxeter, East Staffordshire, ST14 5PB |
| Headteacher | Jacqui Brian |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 150 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
25
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashbourne Road, Uttoxeter
East Staffordshire, ST14 5PB
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