Dovedale Primary School

URN: 141540 • Nottingham NG10 3HU

Overview

Name
Dovedale Primary School
URN
141540
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ONE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Houseman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01159735984
Website
Visit
Address
Dovedale Avenue, Nottingham NG10 3HU

Summary

Dovedale Primary School is a mixed academy located in Nottingham, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 401 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school promotes a supportive and engaging learning environment, underpinned by its core values of Respect, Enjoyment, Achievement, Challenge, and Health (REACH). Dovedale aims to foster personal and academic growth, encouraging students to develop confidence and resilience while valuing diversity within the community.

The curriculum at Dovedale is designed to be broad and enriching, offering various opportunities such as trips, workshops, and community involvement. The school actively participates in sporting events and implements programmes like THRIVE and forest schools to support the physical and emotional well-being of its students. Dovedale strives for high standards of attainment, aiming to exceed national averages and create lifelong learners.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, supported by a dedicated staff and an active PTA. Dovedale Primary School is committed to providing a fulfilling educational experience that values each child's individuality and promotes a sense of belonging.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ONE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
401
Boys
206
Girls
195
FSM %
15.00
Open date
2014-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 401 206 195 420 15.00
2024-09-11 408 214 194 420 15.70
2023-09-11 411 228 183 420 16.30
2022-09-11 411 228 183 420 16.30
2021-09-11 413 233 180 420 14.80
2020-09-11 412 233 179 420 12.40

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