River Primary School
URN: 118393 • Dover CT17 0PP
Overview
- Name
- River Primary School
- URN
- 118393
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Victoria Alliston (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304822516
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lewisham Road, Dover CT17 0PP
Summary
River Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Dover, Kent, with a current enrolment of 394 pupils and a capacity of 427. The school has a strong commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every child is valued as a unique individual. With over 150 years of history, River Primary aims to foster a positive learning atmosphere that encourages children to become confident and inquisitive learners.
The curriculum at River Primary is designed to be engaging and purposeful, providing a variety of opportunities for students to explore their community and the wider world. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth and responsibility, encouraging pupils to develop their own skills and interests. River Primary also prioritises strong partnerships with parents and carers, offering various opportunities for involvement in the school community.
With a focus on celebrating diversity and respecting all individuals, River Primary School strives to create a caring and positive learning environment. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting its dedication to high educational standards and student well-being.
The curriculum at River Primary is designed to be engaging and purposeful, providing a variety of opportunities for students to explore their community and the wider world. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth and responsibility, encouraging pupils to develop their own skills and interests. River Primary also prioritises strong partnerships with parents and carers, offering various opportunities for involvement in the school community.
With a focus on celebrating diversity and respecting all individuals, River Primary School strives to create a caring and positive learning environment. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting its dedication to high educational standards and student well-being.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 394 | 197 | 197 | 427 | 22.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 408 | 207 | 201 | 427 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 415 | 215 | 200 | 427 | 17.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 415 | 215 | 200 | 427 | 17.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 413 | 210 | 203 | 427 | 16.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 419 | 200 | 219 | 427 | 11.20 |
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