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Castle Academy
Low Road, Doncaster, DN12 3DW, Doncaster
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
78.7 / 100
Top 21%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
153
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
73%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Key Stage 2 where 74% of students meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 25% nationally. The school has a LocaleIQ score of 78.7, indicating it outperforms 79% of schools in the area, which suggests a supportive environment for academic growth. However, only 9% of pupils achieve the higher standard in KS2, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic challenges.
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Last inspected: 2 July 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British83.7%
White Other6.5%
Mixed Other3.3%
Black African2.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.3%
Location
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53.48702, -1.23029 · DN12 3DW
School details
Local authorityDoncaster
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN144483
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.astreacastle.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Castle Academy rated by Ofsted?
Castle Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 2 July 2024.
Is Castle Academy a good school?
Castle Academy scores 78.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 21% 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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