Hornbeam Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Hornbeam Primary School
Hornbeam Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hornbeam Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rose Cope, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 37 in Dover.
Hornbeam Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hornbeam Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Hornbeam Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Mongeham Road, Deal, Dover, CT14 9PQ |
| Headteacher | Rose Cope |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.8% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10390th of 13,686
Nationally
1557th of 2,034
In South East
24th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
51%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mongeham Road, Deal
Dover, CT14 9PQ
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