Doveridge Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 14 Chapel Green Doveridge Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5JY |
| Phone | 01889563346 |
| Reference Number | 112537 |
Doveridge Primary School continues to demonstrate effective teaching and a supportive environment, maintaining its good status. Pupils express high levels of enjoyment and safety, feeling connected within their small school community. The leadership is proactive, fostering a positive culture where both staff and students are encouraged to communicate openly and develop their skills. However, areas for improvement have been identified, particularly in ensuring all staff are trained adequately in delivering the curriculum effectively and responding to the diverse needs of all pupils, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 79 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 60.76%
Girls: 39.24% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 14 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 11 | 16 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 13 | 4 | 17 |
| 4 | 12 | 3 | 15 |
| 5 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| 6 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.7% |
| White, Other | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 29 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Nov 2022 | School inspection |
| 20 Jun 2017 | Short inspection |
| 15 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Sep 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and supported in a friendly school environment.
- Effective pastoral support is in place, as noted by parents.
- Clear expectations and training for teaching phonics.
- Well-planned curriculum with progressive skill development.
- Strong outdoor learning opportunities that engage pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff lack skills in implementing teaching expectations.
- Learning activities are not always tailored to meet all pupils' needs.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St. Peter's Church of England First School
The Square, Marchington, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8LH |
2.06 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Springfield Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7JX |
2.14 miles |
|
Picknalls First School
Oldfields Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7QL |
2.18 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE (A) First School
The Heath, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7LX |
2.23 miles |
|
Windsor Park CE Middle School
Springfield Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7JX |
2.26 miles |
|
Oldfields Hall Middle School
Stone Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7PL |
2.34 miles |
|
Tynsel Parkes CofE Primary Academy
School Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7HE |
2.59 miles |
|
Marston Montgomery Primary School
Thurvaston Road, Marston Montgomery, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2FF |
2.64 miles |
|
Bramshall Meadows First School
Ivinson Way, Uttoxeter, ST14 5EQ |
3.01 miles |
|
Dove CofE Academy
Ashbourne Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 5PB |
3.74 miles |
|
Ryecroft CofE Middle School
Ashbourne Road, Rocester, Staffordshire, ST14 5PB |
3.77 miles |
|
St Augustine's CofE Academy
Pipehay Lane, Draycott-in-the-Clay, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5BY |
4.12 miles |
|
All Saints CofE Academy Denstone
Oak Road, Denstone, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 5HT |
4.32 miles |
|
Talbot First School
Church Lane, Kingstone, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8QJ |
4.67 miles |
|
Norbury CofE Primary School
Lid Lane, Norbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2EG |
4.74 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Thomas Alleyne's High School
Dove Bank, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8DU |
1.77 miles |
|
Abbotsholme School
Rocester, Uttoxeter, ST14 5BS |
2.89 miles |
|
The JCB Academy
Mill Street, Rocester, Staffordshire, ST14 5JX |
3.39 miles |
|
Loxley Hall School
Stafford Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8RS |
3.9 miles |
|
Denstone College
Denstone, Uttoxeter, ST14 5HN |
4.41 miles |