St Richard's Catholic Primary School

URN: 141497 • Dover CT16 1EZ

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colin Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01304201118
Website
Visit
Address
Castle Avenue, Dover CT16 1EZ

Summary

St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Dover, Kent, with a current enrolment of 192 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school emphasizes a strong sense of community, welcoming families from various backgrounds, although it is rooted in Catholic values. The ethos of the school is built on principles such as love, kindness, honesty, forgiveness, respect, and hope, fostering a nurturing environment for all students.

The school offers a one-form entry structure and features spacious grounds that include a field, playground, and outdoor classroom, promoting an active and engaging learning experience. St Richard's is committed to developing each child's talents to the fullest, as highlighted by the positive feedback from the Catholic School's Inspectorate regarding the pastoral care and community relationships.

Parents appreciate the school's family-oriented atmosphere and the focus on creating a supportive environment for their children. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (35.4%), St Richard's aims to provide equitable access to education and support for all its pupils.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
210
Pupils
192
Boys
83
Girls
109
FSM %
35.40
Open date
2014-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 192 83 109 210 35.40
2024-09-11 187 81 106 210 35.30
2023-09-11 192 82 110 210 30.20
2022-09-11 192 82 110 210 30.20
2021-09-11 203 87 116 210 26.60
2020-09-11 204 82 122 210 17.20

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