Nonington Church of England Primary School
67%
Capacity
58
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Nonington Church of England Primary School
Nonington Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 58 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Nonington Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Solly, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 17% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13595th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 37 in Dover.
Nonington Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 9 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Nonington Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Nonington Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Nonington Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Dover, Dover, CT15 4LB |
| Headteacher | Victoria Solly |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.8% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 86 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (17%)
13595th of 13,686
Nationally
2024th of 2,034
In South East
36th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
17%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
17%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nonington Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Street, Dover
Dover, CT15 4LB
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