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Dover College
- All-through
- Dover CT17 9RH
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, responsibility, and respect diversity well.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: SEND and EAL pupils make good progress with available support.
Academic Progress: Good progress in prep school; senior school in line with national average, sixth form below average.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Pupils are encouraged to use analytical skills, developing curriculum strategies enhance progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers are supportive and help pupils make progress, some areas need enhanced ICT use.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are involved through boards and councils, appreciate boarding impact on progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Very large majority feel boarding supports academic progress and personal growth.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Implementation of structured curriculum and teaching initiatives to enhance pupil progress.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding arrangements in place, bullying prevention effectively managed.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Boarding provides strong welfare and community, promoting independence.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range, high participation and success in sports and arts.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Collaborative efforts enrich learning experiences, fostering balanced development.
Outdoor Facilities: Adequate outdoor spaces for physical education and play.
Career Counselling Services: Some pupils feel careers advice lacks breadth; improvements needed for decision-making.
Support for SEND: SEND pupils make excellent progress with tailored support.
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Dover College is a All-through, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 250 students from age 2-18 yr.
Tuition fee £3,438 to £6,559 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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At the heart of Dover College is a promise: we are unwaveringly pupil focussed. Our pupils are seen, understood and supported as individuals. The goal is not only for our pupils to succeed academically, but also to grow in confidence, character and kindness. Our pupils leave with a strong sense of who they are and what they can contribute.
Our TICK values, Tradition, Inclusion, Community and Kindness, shape the daily life of the school. They can be seen in the way pupils greet one another, take part, look after younger children, serve the wider community and learn to belong.
Dover College is large enough to offer breadth, but small enough for pupils to be genuinely known. This balance means children can be stretched without being lost, supported without being limited and encouraged without being pressured into becoming someone they are not.
Our small class sizes are central to this approach. We offer a truly personalised learning experience, where pupils receive the attention and encouragement they need to flourish. We offer a vibrant co-curricular programme, pupils are encouraged to try something new and discover where their interests may lead.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - |
| Age range | 2-18 | 2-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 6.70% | 10.50% |
| Day Fees | £3,438 to £6,559 | £1,895 to £7,765 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 14.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 27.56% | 30.02% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.45% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.92% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.11 | 2.56 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.38% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 25.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.56% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.83 | 2.78 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.76% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 29.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 22% | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% | 42.83% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 28.79% | 25.81% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.66 | 2.86 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.64% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 28.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 9% | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 21% | 41.45% | 42.63% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 12% | 26.38% | 24.74% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 18.54% | 16.02% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.43 | 2.81 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 28.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 12% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 33% | 40.73% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 7% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 18.05% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.57 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.56 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.70% | 9.02% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.04% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.6 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.83 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 12.32% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.73% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 25.64 1 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.38 3 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.72% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8.98% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.85 4 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.57 11 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.62% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.5 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.42 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 9.87% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.42% | 4.23% |
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Admission
Fees
| Program | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 11-18 yr | £5,813 (Term) |
| Prep | 2-6 yr | £3,667 (Term) |
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 16th Oct 2026 - 1st Nov 2026 |
| Winter Holidays | 11th Dec 2026 - 5th Jan 2027 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2027 - 21st Feb 2027 |
| Spring Holidays | 19th Mar 2027 - 13th Apr 2027 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 28th May 2027 - 6th Jun 2027 |
| Summer Holidays | 7th Jul 2027 - 1st Sep 2027 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2026 - 16th Oct 2026 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2026 - 11th Dec 2026 |
| Spring Term | 5th Jan 2027 - 12th Feb 2027 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2027 - 19th Mar 2027 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2027 - 28th May 2027 |
| Summer Term-2 | 7th Jun 2027 - 7th Jul 2027 |
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