Is Dorchester Primary School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 8 February 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 23rd of 36 primary schools in Sutton. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Dorchester Primary School's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 67% of pupils at Dorchester Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Dorchester Primary School?

Applications for Reception places at Dorchester Primary School starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

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Dorchester Primary School

Dorchester Road, Worcester Park, KT4 8PG

Local ranking23rd of 36 primary schools in Sutton

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

682

Capacity

3-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 8 February 2023.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 67.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 15.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 85.0%
Writing (Expected): 73.0%
Maths (Expected): 86.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 86.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 107.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 108.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 109.0
Cohort Size: 91

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 527
Boys: 263 (56%)
Girls: 209 (44%)
Capacity: 682 (69% full)
SEND: 24.1%
FSM Eligible: 18.6%
EAL: 32.3%
SEN with EHC Plan: 4.7%
SEN Support: 19.4%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 20.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 25.0
Budget per Pupil: £7,718/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 5.7% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 13.2% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Foundation school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 44.6%
White Other: 10.9%
Asian Indian: 7.8%
Mixed Other: 7.3%
Other: 6.9%
Asian Other: 5.8%
Asian Chinese: 5.4%
Asian Pakistani: 3.5%

44.6%

White British

10.9%

White Other

7.8%

Asian Indian

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

02083301144

office@dorchesterprimary.com

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Dorchester Road

Worcester Park, London

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Administrative

URN: 102982
UKPRN: 10073064
Establishment No.: 2038
Trust: Sutton Education Trust

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