PrimaryData as of May 2026

River Primary School

Lewisham Road, River, Dover, CT17 0PP

Community school

Pupils

394

Ages

4-11

FSM

22.3%

Capacity

427

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

87.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

62.0%

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About River Primary School

River Primary School is a primary school in Dover, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 394 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Lewisham Road, Dover, CT17 0PP | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for River Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Good
Nov 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about River Primary School

What is River Primary School's Ofsted rating?

River Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are River Primary School's latest exam results?

River Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is River Primary School located?

River Primary School is a primary school in Dover, Kent (CT17 0PP).

How many pupils attend River Primary School?

River Primary School has around 394 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare River Primary School with other schools?

View River Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Kent.