Dovedale Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
838
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Dovedale Community Primary School
Dovedale Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 838 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 840 places).
Ofsted has rated Dovedale Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nik Smith, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3880th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 102 in Liverpool.
Dovedale Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 256 applications for 116 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 109 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dovedale Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Dovedale Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Herondale Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L18 1JX |
| Headteacher | Nik Smith |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 838 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 838 / 840 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3880th of 13,686
Nationally
558th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
71%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed116
256
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
109 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Herondale Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L18 1JX
Journey to School
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