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Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Dover, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 167 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

167

Pupils

210

Capacity

80%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School is managed by Kent and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Kent before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Laureston Place, Dover, CT16 1QX
Local authority
Kent
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
60.5% of pupils
DfE URN
118748

Other Primary Schools in Dover

If Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dover are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Is Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 167 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Kent.

What is the admissions policy for Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kent before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School cover?

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Dover, Kent, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Dover, St Mary's Church of England Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.