Dover Christ Church Academy
Dover Christ Church Academy is a secondary located in Kent, CT16 2EG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 815 pupils on roll.
Dover Christ Church Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Kent
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 990
Number of Pupils: 815
Number of Boys: 425
Number of Girls: 390
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 48.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-23
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-01-12
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Nijjer
Phone: 01304820126
Website: https://www.dccacademy.com
Location: Melbourne Avenue
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dover Christ Church Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Dover Christ Church Academy?
Dover Christ Church Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Dover Christ Church Academy admit?
Dover Christ Church Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Dover Christ Church Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Dover Christ Church Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Dover Christ Church Academy?
Dover Christ Church Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Dover Christ Church Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Dover Christ Church Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Dover Christ Church Academy?
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