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Dover College

Effingham Crescent, Dover, Kent, CT17 9RH

Key Facts

Mr Simon Fisher Headteacher

Co-ed Gender

291 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day & Boarding Type

2 - 18 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

Church of England Religious Ethos

Dover College offers a nurturing environment where academic excellence meets personal growth. With a rich history dating back to 1871, the school is committed to fostering a love for learning in its students while encouraging them to develop their individual talents. The diverse curriculum, coupled with a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensures that each child is supported on their educational journey. Situated in a picturesque setting, Dover College provides an inspiring backdrop for young minds to thrive, preparing them for future challenges both academically and beyond.

Fees
Per Term

Day Fees

£4,159 – £7,934 (inc. VAT)

Boarding Fees

£11,551 – £16,646 (inc. VAT)

Pupil Information

Total Pupils

291 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Boys

165 / 56.70%

Girls

126 / 43.30%

With SEN Support

112 / 38.49%

With SEN EHCP

2 / 0.69%

A-Level Performance
2025

Progress Score

0.11
Average

These figures tell you how much progress students who studied A levels at this school or college made between the end of key stage 4 and the end of their A level studies, compared to similar students across England. These scores are also known as 'value added' scores.

The scores are calculated by comparing the A-level results of students at this school or college with the A level results of students in schools and colleges across England who started with similar results at the end of the previous key stage – key stage 4.

A score above zero means students made more progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4. A score below zero means students made less progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4.

Average Result

C-

This tells you the average grade that students achieved per A level entry.

AAB (with ≥2 Facilitating Subjects)

23.10%

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages.

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Inspected by ISI

This school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

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Headteacher Mr Simon Fisher

Website www.dovercollege.org.uk

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