Question 1

Is St Edmund's Catholic School, Dover a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest graded inspection (12 July 2022, published 30 September 2022) rated the school Good overall, and safeguarding was effective. GCSE outcomes rank 3,118th out of 3,895 schools in England for GCSE academic outcomes, and the overall local secondary ranking places it 5th in Dover.

Question 2

What are the fees at St Edmund's Catholic School, Dover?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families should budget for usual school costs such as uniform, trips, and optional activities.

Question 3

How do I apply for Year 7 entry in September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Applications follow Kent’s coordinated secondary transfer process. For September 2027 entry, applications open on 1 September 2026, the deadline is 31 October 2026, National Offer Day is 1 March 2027 and acceptances are requested by 15 March 2027. Check the school’s current SIF instructions if you are applying under faith criteria.

Question 4

What are the GCSE results like?

Accepted Answer

Key indicators include Attainment 8 of 39 and Progress 8 of -0.15. EBacc average point score is 3.3, with 4.5% achieving grades 5 or above across the EBacc suite. FindMySchool’s GCSE academic ranking places the school 3,118th out of 3,895 schools in England.

Question 5

What is the school day and does it offer breakfast club?

Accepted Answer

The school day runs from registration/assembly at 08:35 to an end of day at 15:05, with students expected on site by 08:30. Breakfast Club runs 08:00 to 08:30 and is free to all students.

Question 6

What extracurricular programmes are distinctive?

Accepted Answer

Distinctive elements include Passport to Success (a structured character and experiences programme) and STEM on Track (students build and race a go-kart). The school also highlights opportunities such as Duke of Edinburgh and student leadership roles.

Question 7

How Catholic is the school in daily life?

Accepted Answer

The school describes a Catholic ethos shaped by Gospel values, with Catholic life supported through chaplaincy and worship. The denominational inspection (11–12 December 2019) graded overall Catholic education as Outstanding (Grade 1), with Catholic Life and Collective Worship graded at the top level.

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