Castle View School
Castle View School is a secondary located in Essex, SS8 7FH. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,037 pupils on roll.
Castle View School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Essex
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1200
Number of Pupils: 1037
Number of Boys: 541
Number of Girls: 496
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 27.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-04
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: Good
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-01-24
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Durkin
Phone: 01268696811
Website: https://www.castleviewschool.co.uk/
Location: Foksville Road
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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 Castle View School
What is the Ofsted rating of Castle View School?
Castle View School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Castle View School admit?
Castle View School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Castle View School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Castle View School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Castle View School?
Castle View School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Castle View School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Castle View School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Castle View School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Castle View School in Essex. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
