Dovecote School
Dovecote School is an independent special school in Bridgwater for pupils aged 5 to 19. It has 105 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Dovecote School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2025. In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 18.1, and 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025. GCSE results: 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 21 Station Road Shapwick Bridgwater Somerset TA7 9NJ |
| Phone | 01458333127 |
| Reference Number | 149071 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 105 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.38%
Girls: 47.62% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Dovecote School is an independent special school that is likely to meet relevant independent school standards if proposed material changes are implemented. The school demonstrates a commitment to creating an ambitious and personalized curriculum for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Their approach focuses on academic learning and personal development, ensuring that each pupil's individual needs are considered. Notably, the school has successfully adapted its curriculum to prepare pupils for adulthood, developing their skills through tailored educational pathways and effective assessment practices.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Apr 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Jun 2022 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Ambitious vision for education tailored for pupils with SEND.
- Personalized curriculum pathways based on individual education, health and care plans.
- Effective use of assessment to support pupil learning.
- Robust PSHE and careers education for pupils.
- Strong culture of safeguarding and health and safety practices.
- Well-maintained and suitable premises for an increased pupil population.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 18.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 22.2% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 22.2% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Dovecote School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Dovecote School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Dovecote School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was Dovecote School last inspected by Ofsted?
Dovecote School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does Dovecote School have?
Dovecote School has 105 pupils on roll.
What age range does Dovecote School cover?
Dovecote School for pupils aged 5 to 19.
What are Dovecote School's GCSE results?
In 2024 its average Attainment 8 score was 18.1, and 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Dovecote School?
Dovecote School is at 21 Station Road, Shapwick, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9NJ.