The Castle School

A outstanding academy converter school in Somerset. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Castle School.

Taunton, TA15AU Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
67.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 0.6
English & Maths grade 4+ %
67.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 84.2%
Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
3 October 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Wellington Road
Taunton, TA15AU
Phone
1823274073
Website
castleschool.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136916
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Wellington Road, Taunton, TA1 5AU
Website
http://www.castleschool.co.uk/
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BLACKDOWN EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1,188 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,204
Free School Meals
11.9% (143 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
16.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
84.2 (+32.2 vs average)
Attainment 8:
55.3 (+15.8 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.6 (+0.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
67 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
134
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,204 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Every Child Achieves, Belongs and Participates enabling a life of choice and opportunity."

Achieve Belong Participate

Head Teacher's Message

The Castle School aims: Every Child Achieves, Belongs and Participates, empowering students with knowledge for a life of choice and opportunity. The House system strengthens home–school links; the school highlights achievements in Creative Arts and Sports, prioritises safeguarding, and invites families to engage with Castle Magazine and school life under Headteacher Mr James Lamb, emphasising high expectations, pastoral care, and an ambitious curriculum.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Creative writing Public speaking Debating Drama Warhammer Photography Art Languages

Facilities

Refurbished and extended school hall with stage and multiple configurations Stage with sound and lighting rig and back/front stage track curtains and tech room Projectors and screens integrated Remote controlled blinds enabling full blackout Fully wheelchair accessible with a lift to the lower level Hearing loop On-site parking Breakout spaces including meeting rooms and classrooms Catering can be provided and menus tailored for events Connect facilities price list available Flexible booking for ad hoc or repeat bookings during evenings, weekends, or school holidays

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-rich curriculum designed to ensure knowledge sticks and supports independent learning Core subjects taught across five years: English, Mathematics, Science, Religious Education, PSHE, Careers and PE Key Stage 3 offers around 20 subjects in Year 7–9 including Art, Science, Dance, Drama, Music, Food, Design and Computing with access to four languages Languages offered: Mandarin, German, French and Spanish Setting in some subjects (Maths in Year 7; English in Year 8) while other subjects are mixed ability Key Stage 4 offers GCSEs and Cambridge Nationals with a broad option block including Geography, History, Computing, Modern Languages, Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Music, and more Reading is central to the curriculum with regular reading in lessons and tutor time; Sparx Reader used for reading practice Personal Development Programme integrated across PSHE, Careers, Relationships and Sex Education, and enrichment activities Homework set via Arbor and supported by Microsoft Teams; emphasis on reading and cultural capital

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