The Best Schools In Dover Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Dover. These top schools near Dover are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Dover and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Dover Grammar School for Girls

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Our number one ranked school in Dover based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Dover Grammar School for Girls.

Pupils
875
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Community school
2

Duke of York's Royal Military School

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Duke of York's Royal Military School is ranked second in Dover based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
487
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
3

Dover Grammar School for Boys

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At number 3 in the best schools in Dover based on our authoritative ranking is Dover Grammar School for Boys.

Pupils
865
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Foundation school
4

Dover College

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The school ranked at number four in our Dover league table is Dover College based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
317
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Astor Secondary School

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Our number five ranked school in Dover based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Astor Secondary School.

Pupils
782
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Dover and their catchment areas in Dover ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Dover Grammar School for Girls
  • Duke of York's Royal Military School
  • Dover Grammar School for Boys
  • Dover College
  • Astor Secondary School

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