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The Castle Nursery School
255A Barnsley Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 5NU, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
29.9 / 100
Bottom 30%
Better than 30% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
107
Ages
2–5
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this nursery provides a solid foundation for children aged 2-5, fostering a positive learning environment. Although the LocaleIQ score indicates it performs better than 30% of schools, specific academic progress data is limited. Parents can expect a nurturing atmosphere, although they may want to consider additional factors when making their decision.
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Last inspected: 15 October 2014Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
Pupil Ethnicity
White British45.8%
Asian Pakistani12.1%
White Other8.4%
Black African7.5%
Other5.6%
Black Other4.7%
Mixed Other3.7%
Mixed W+Asian2.8%
Asian Other2.8%
Asian Indian2.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Location
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53.66593, -1.48461 · WF1 5NU
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN132014
School typeLocal authority nursery school
Websitewww.crigglestonecastle.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Castle Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
The Castle Nursery School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 October 2014.
Is The Castle Nursery School a good school?
The Castle Nursery School scores 29.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 30% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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