The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school has significant spare capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 5–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 85
- Capacity
- 65%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Head
- Mr Neil Gage
Provisions
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
21 Station Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9NJ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Dovecote School a selective school?
Yes. Dovecote School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Dovecote School's Ofsted rating?
Dovecote School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Dovecote School?
Dovecote School currently has 85 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Dovecote School take?
Dovecote School caters for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is Dovecote School?
Dovecote School is in TA7 9NJ, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
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