St Richard's Catholic Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Richard's Catholic Primary School
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Richard's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colin Taylor, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 12% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13639th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 37 in Dover.
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 22 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Richard's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Art Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, St Richard's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Castle Avenue, Dover, Dover, CT16 1EZ |
| Headteacher | Colin Taylor |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.4% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (12%)
13639th of 13,686
Nationally
2029th of 2,034
In South East
37th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
12%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
12%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Richard's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Castle Avenue, Dover
Dover, CT16 1EZ
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