Castle Academy
Castle Academy is a primary located in West Northamptonshire, NN1 2TR. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 464 pupils on roll.
Castle Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
West Northamptonshire is a popular area for families looking for quality education. The borough offers good transport links and a range of local amenities, making it an attractive location for both renters and buyers. Many parents choose to live within walking distance of their preferred school, and property demand in the catchment areas of good-rated schools tends to be particularly strong.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: West Northamptonshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 420
Number of Pupils: 464
Number of Boys: 239
Number of Girls: 225
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 18.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-20
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: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Good
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2017-01-10
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Lugg
Phone: 01604346802
Website: http://castle.emat.uk
Location: St George's Street
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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 Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Castle Academy?
Castle Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Castle Academy admit?
Castle Academy admits pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Castle Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Castle Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Castle Academy?
Castle Academy is a academy sponsor led offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Castle Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Castle Academy 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 Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Castle Academy in West Northamptonshire. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
