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Dovecot Primary School

Dovecot Primary School

Liverpool, L14 0LHPrimary School·Ages 2-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

80%

Capacity

189

Pupils

1.0x

Demand

About Dovecot Primary School

Dovecot Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Dovecot Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Karen Barr, it falls under Liverpool local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10730th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 102 in Liverpool.

The school has 19 places available and received 19 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.

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 Dovecot Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 64.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Dovecot Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGrant Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L14 0LH
HeadteacherKaren Barr
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Number of Pupils189
Free School Meals (FSM)64.1%
School Capacity189 / 236 (80% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

6 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)

10730th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 78%

1573rd of 2,065

In North West

Top 76%

76th of 102

In Liverpool

Top 75%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

50%

Expected Standard

5%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 103
Expected:64%
Higher:18%
Writing
Expected:64%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:77%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +28%

'22/23

22%

'23/24

50%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Dining HallOutdoor PlaygroundLibraryForest SchoolPlaying FieldsGymnasiumArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

DanceRoundersCross CountryGymnasticsSwimming

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26
Places

19

Applications

19

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

14 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dovecot Primary School

Dovecot Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01512594065www.dovecotprimary.co.uk/

Grant Road, Liverpool

Liverpool, L14 0LH

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Grant Road, Liverpool

Liverpool, L14 0LH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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