Guston Church of England Primary School

URN: 118687 • Dover CT15 5LR

Overview

Name
Guston Church of England Primary School
URN
118687
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Deby Day (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01304206847
Website
Visit
Address
Burgoyne Heights, Dover CT15 5LR

Summary

Guston Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Dover, Kent, serving a mixed-gender population of 152 pupils with a capacity of 180. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that nurtures individual talents and promotes independent learning. Emphasising basic skills, Guston aims to ensure that all children make good progress academically while developing as responsible members of their community.

The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, welcoming a diverse community that includes many families connected to the British Army. Guston Church of England Primary School fosters strong partnerships with parents, local churches, and other educational institutions through the Samphire Learning Hub, enhancing the support network for students and families alike.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs Deby Day, the school promotes core values of friendship, compassion, equality, endurance, and forgiveness. Guston Church of England Primary School maintains an open-door policy, encouraging feedback and involvement from parents and the wider community to create a supportive and engaging environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
152
Boys
86
Girls
66
FSM %
23.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 152 86 66 180 23.70
2024-09-11 155 85 70 180 18.10
2023-09-11 154 81 73 180 11.70
2022-09-11 154 81 73 180 11.70
2021-09-11 156 85 71 180 12.20
2020-09-11 162 91 71 180 10.50

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