Worth Primary School
93%
Capacity
65
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Worth Primary School
Worth 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 65 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Worth Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Chance, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13086th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 37 in Dover.
Worth Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 10 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Worth Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Worth 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 | The Street, Deal, Dover, CT14 0DF |
| Headteacher | Katy Chance |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 65 / 70 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13086th of 13,686
Nationally
1950th of 2,034
In South East
34th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
33%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
33
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Deal
Dover, CT14 0DF
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