Dovedale Community Primary School
URN: 141960 • Liverpool L18 1JX
Overview
- Name
- Dovedale Community Primary School
- URN
- 141960
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 71.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nik Smith (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01517334232
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Herondale Road, Liverpool L18 1JX
Summary
Dovedale Community Primary School, located in Liverpool, is a mixed community school with a capacity of 840 pupils and currently serves 838 students. The school is known for its strong reputation within the local community and is committed to providing a creative and engaging curriculum that is enriched through hands-on experiences. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Imagine, Believe, Achieve," which reflects its dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
The school operates from 8:40 am to 3:20 pm and offers a breakfast and after-school club run by an external provider, catering to working families. Dovedale Primary School prides itself on its active involvement with parents, governors, and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), which enhances the educational experience for students.
In March 2024, Dovedale received a positive Ofsted report, highlighting its commitment to quality education. Additionally, the school was awarded The Rainbow Flag Award in January 2024, recognizing its efforts in promoting inclusivity and visibility for the LGBT+ community. Parents are encouraged to attend the open morning on 11th October 2025 to learn more about the school and its offerings for prospective students.
The school operates from 8:40 am to 3:20 pm and offers a breakfast and after-school club run by an external provider, catering to working families. Dovedale Primary School prides itself on its active involvement with parents, governors, and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), which enhances the educational experience for students.
In March 2024, Dovedale received a positive Ofsted report, highlighting its commitment to quality education. Additionally, the school was awarded The Rainbow Flag Award in January 2024, recognizing its efforts in promoting inclusivity and visibility for the LGBT+ community. Parents are encouraged to attend the open morning on 11th October 2025 to learn more about the school and its offerings for prospective students.
Useful links
- School Spider (other)
- Ofsted Report March 2024 (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Liverpool
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 840
- Pupils
- 838
- Boys
- 410
- Girls
- 428
- FSM %
- 8.70
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 838 | 410 | 428 | 840 | 8.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 835 | 418 | 417 | 840 | 9.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 826 | 441 | 385 | 840 | 11.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 826 | 441 | 385 | 840 | 11.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 793 | 429 | 364 | 840 | 10.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 765 | 408 | 357 | 840 | 7.70 |
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