Dover College
Effingham Crescent, Dover, CT17 9RH
Age range
Ages 2 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
291
Headteacher
Mr Phil Tattersall-King
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Inspected by ISI
Faith
Church of England
Local authority
Kent
Fees
See fee information: https://www.dovercollege.org.uk/admissions/fees/
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About Dover College
Dover College is an independent secondary school in Dover, Kent, serving pupils aged 2 to 18. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Church of England school. The school has a nursery. The school has a sixth form. The school offers boarding.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
School's own assessment/admissions process
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Average grade · 2024/25
Attendance
N/A
Free school meals
N/A
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Fees
See fee information: https://www.dovercollege.org.uk/admissions/fees/
Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.
Dover College term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
Contact Dover College
Local help for families near Dover College
Frequently asked
What type of school is Dover College?
Dover College is an independent secondary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Dover College cover?
Dover College serves pupils aged 2 to 18.
What SEND support does Dover College offer?
Dover College is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
Who inspects Dover College?
The Independent Schools Inspectorate inspects Dover College rather than Ofsted. Use the inspection link to view the latest report.
Where is Dover College?
Dover College is at Effingham Crescent, Dover, Kent, CT17 9RH.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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