Whitfield Aspen School
92%
Capacity
630
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Whitfield Aspen School
Whitfield Aspen School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 630 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 682 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitfield Aspen School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Cook, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12142nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 37 in Dover.
Whitfield Aspen School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 74 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
Whitfield Aspen School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitfield Aspen School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Whitfield Aspen 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 | Mayfield Road, Dover, Dover, CT16 3LJ |
| Headteacher | Jason Cook |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 630 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.7% |
| School Capacity | 630 / 682 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12142nd of 13,686
Nationally
1811th of 2,034
In South East
28th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed74
107
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitfield Aspen School
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Contact Information
Mayfield Road, Dover
Dover, CT16 3LJ
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