St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School
URN: 118495 • Dover CT15 6SS
Overview
- Name
- St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School
- URN
- 118495
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Craig Ward (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304852639
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sea Street, Dover CT15 6SS
Summary
St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School is a community school located in Dover, Kent, catering to children aged 4 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 163 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment. The school’s ethos centres on delivering inspirational teaching that encourages students to become confident, resilient, and lifelong learners. Core values such as respect, responsibility, and reflection are integral to the school's culture.
The curriculum is designed to promote both academic and social development, utilising extensive grounds and local community resources to enhance learning experiences. St Margaret's also offers an on-site nursery and Before and After School Childcare facilities, addressing the diverse needs of families in the area.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to meet the headteacher and tour the facilities. Admissions for the Reception class are managed in accordance with Kent County Council guidelines, with applications opening in November for children starting school the following September. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
The curriculum is designed to promote both academic and social development, utilising extensive grounds and local community resources to enhance learning experiences. St Margaret's also offers an on-site nursery and Before and After School Childcare facilities, addressing the diverse needs of families in the area.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to meet the headteacher and tour the facilities. Admissions for the Reception class are managed in accordance with Kent County Council guidelines, with applications opening in November for children starting school the following September. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Letters Sent Home 2024/2025 (sen)
- Letters Sent Home 2025/2026 (sen)
- SEN Information Report (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar & Events (calendar)
- Admissions - Book your appointment to view our wonderful school. (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Holiday Leave During Term Time (other)
- Policies (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 163 | 79 | 84 | 210 | 7.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 176 | 84 | 92 | 210 | 8.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 109 | 91 | 210 | 8.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 109 | 91 | 210 | 8.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 194 | 106 | 88 | 210 | 5.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 194 | 104 | 90 | 210 | 5.20 |
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