St Richard's Catholic Primary School
Castle Avenue, Dover, CT16 1EZ
Age range
Ages 4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
192
Headteacher
Mr Colin Taylor
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Faith
Roman Catholic
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About St Richard's Catholic Primary School
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a primary academy in Dover, Kent, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Roman Catholic school.
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
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
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St Richard's Catholic Primary School 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
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Frequently asked
What type of school is St Richard's Catholic Primary School?
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does St Richard's Catholic Primary School cover?
St Richard's Catholic Primary School serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does St Richard's Catholic Primary School offer?
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is St Richard's Catholic Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated St Richard's Catholic Primary School Good after its inspection on 6 October 2022.
Where is St Richard's Catholic Primary School?
St Richard's Catholic Primary School is at Castle Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT16 1EZ.
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