Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School
67%
Capacity
156
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School
Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 156 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Melanie O'Dell, it falls under Kent local authority.
Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 38 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heathfield Avenue, Heathfield Avenue. Dover Kent, Dover, Dover, CT16 2PB |
| Headteacher | Melanie O'Dell |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 156 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.9% |
| School Capacity | 156 / 232 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heathfield Avenue, Heathfield Avenue. Dover Kent, Dover
Dover, CT16 2PB
Heathfield Avenue, Heathfield Avenue. Dover Kent, Dover
Dover, CT16 2PB
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