Dovecot Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grant Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L14 0LH |
| Headteacher | Karen Barr |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 64.1% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 236 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
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
1573rd of 2,065
In North West
76th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
22%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2619
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
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.
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Contact Information
Grant Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L14 0LH
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