Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Heathfield Avenue Heathfield Avenue. Dover Kent Dover Kent CT16 2PB |
| Reference Number | 138170 |
Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School continues to uphold the high standards recognized in its previous outstanding inspection. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils thrive and enjoy learning. Families appreciate the strong relationships built between staff and students, contributing to a positive school culture. The curriculum is ambitious and well-designed, catering well to the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in some foundation subjects, where the broad curriculum may hinder the retention of key knowledge needed for future success.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 156 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.97%
Girls: 41.03% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 37.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 20.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 11 | 34 |
| 2 | 25 | 26 | 51 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 79.5% |
| Indian | 4.5% |
| White, Other | 2.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.6% |
| Asian, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| African | 1.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 07 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 15 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jul 2018 | Short inspection |
| 27 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Aug 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 28 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Shatterlocks Infant School | |
| 28 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit high levels of enthusiasm and exceptional behavior.
- The school has a strong focus on reading, ensuring pupils develop fluency and confidence.
- Positive relationships foster an inclusive atmosphere that benefits all students.
- Personal development programs are tailored to meet the needs of pupils and families.
- Effective action is taken to reduce pupil absence, especially since the pandemic.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum in some foundation subjects is too broad, which complicates the focus on essential knowledge.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 23 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 22 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Barton Junior School
Barton Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 2ND |
0.37 miles |
|
Green Park Community Primary School
The Linces, Buckland, Green Park Community Primary School, Dover, Kent, CT16 2BN |
0.46 miles |
|
Charlton Church of England Primary School
Barton Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 2LX |
0.5 miles |
|
White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School
St Radigund's Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 0LB |
0.55 miles |
|
St Richard's Catholic Primary School
Castle Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT16 1EZ |
0.73 miles |
|
Priory Fields School
Astor Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 0FS |
0.77 miles |
|
Guston Church of England Primary School
Burgoyne Heights, Guston, Dover, Kent, CT15 5LR |
0.97 miles |
|
Vale View Community School
Vale View Road, Elms Vale, Dover, Kent, CT17 9NP |
0.99 miles |
|
River Primary School
Lewisham Road, River, Dover, Kent, CT17 0PP |
1.04 miles |
|
St Martin's School
Markland Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9LY |
1.1 miles |
|
Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Laureston Place, Dover, Kent, CT16 1QX |
1.17 miles |
|
Whitfield Aspen School
Mayfield Road, Whitfield, Dover, Kent, CT16 3LJ |
1.44 miles |
|
Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School
3-4 Brookside, Temple Ewell, Dover, Kent, CT16 3DT |
1.63 miles |
|
Aycliffe Community Primary School
St David's Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 9HJ |
1.88 miles |
|
Langdon Primary School
East Langdon, The Street, Dover, Kent, CT15 5JQ |
2.7 miles |
|
Lydden Primary School
Stonehall, Lydden, Dover, Kent, CT15 7LA |
3 miles |
|
St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School
Sea Street, St Margaret's-At-Cliffe, Dover, Kent, CT15 6SS |
3.51 miles |
|
Shepherdswell Church of England Primary School
Coldred Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, Kent, CT15 7LH |
4.19 miles |
|
Capel-le-Ferne Primary School
Capel Street, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7HB |
4.25 miles |
|
Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School
Adelaide Road, Eythorne, Dover, Kent, CT15 4AN |
4.62 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
St Edmund's Catholic School
Old Charlton Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 2QB |
0.5 miles |
|
Dover Grammar School for Girls
Frith Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 2PZ |
0.55 miles |
|
Dover Grammar School for Boys
Astor Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 0DQ |
0.77 miles |
|
Dover Christ Church Academy
Melbourne Avenue, Dover, CT16 2EG |
0.82 miles |
|
Dover College
Effingham Crescent, Dover, CT17 9RH |
0.88 miles |
|
Astor Secondary School
Astor Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 0AS |
0.9 miles |
|
Duke of York's Royal Military School
Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover, Kent, CT15 5EQ |
1.28 miles |
|
Elms School
Elms Vale Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9PS |
1.31 miles |
|
The Sallygate School
Channels & Choices, Kearsney Manor, Alkham Road, Temple Ewell, Kent, CT16 3EQ |
1.32 miles |
|
Portal House School
Sea Street, St Margaret's-At-Cliffe, Dover, Kent, CT15 6SS |
3.47 miles |
|
Learning Opportunities Centre Secondary
Ringwould Road, Ringwould, Deal, Kent, CT14 8DW |
4.7 miles |