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River Primary School Catchment Area

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

River Primary School is a community primary school in Dover, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 394 pupils, and a capacity of 427 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

394

Pupils

427

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

River Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for River Primary School is set by Kent and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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River Primary School — School Information

Full address
Lewisham Road, River, Dover, CT17 0PP
Local authority
Kent
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
22.3% of pupils
DfE URN
118393

Other Primary Schools in Dover

If River Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dover are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — River Primary School

Is River Primary School oversubscribed?

River Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 427 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for River Primary School?

Admission to River Primary School is managed by Kent. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does River Primary School cover?

River 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.