Castle Primary School
Tiverton, EX16 6QR · Devon · primary school
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192nd of 279 primary schools in Devon we can score, 309 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.0/10 against 2,001 of them, against 2.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Castle Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 293 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific interventions are in place to raise attainment in maths? How does the school ensure that the Good Ofsted rating is maintained in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about Castle Primary School
Overview
Castle Primary School is described as a “caring and inclusive place to learn” where pupils are “polite and kind” and feel “happy and safe.” Leaders have designed an “ambitious curriculum” with high expectations, resulting in a “calm and orderly environment” where most pupils thrive.
Strengths
- The school fosters strong relationships, with pupils believing they should “treat people how you want to be treated.”
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring a “consistent approach to the teaching of phonics” so pupils read with “fluency and accuracy.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive timely support and “can follow the same curriculum as their peers.”
- Staff have “consistently high expectations for pupils’ behaviour,” creating a positive atmosphere from the early years.
- Governors provide “appropriate support and challenge,” and staff feel well supported regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Teachers’ subject knowledge is not yet secure in some areas, meaning learning activities do not always help pupils “secure and deepen their knowledge.”
- The range of opportunities for pupils to develop talents and interests outside the classroom is “limited.”
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff receiving regular training and pupils feeling confident about sharing concerns with trusted adults.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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