Castlefields Primary School
Bridgnorth, WV16 5DQ · Shropshire · primary school
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21st of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 — 9.1/10 against 2,232 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Castlefields Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection was in May 2026.
Getting in
The published school roll is 226 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since the inspection was very recent, what specific changes have been made to the curriculum since May 2026? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Castlefields Primary School
Overview
Castlefields Primary School provides a high-quality education where pupils are "well prepared for secondary school" and enjoy a "welcoming and friendly school community." The report highlights "impeccable" behaviour, strong attendance, and a curriculum enriched by local experiences, though it notes that teaching consistency and early years planning require refinement in certain subjects.
Strengths
- Attendance is a "strong standard," remaining above national figures due to leaders’ "high expectations" and "tailored approaches" that remove barriers.
- Pupils "behave impeccably well," treating each other with "utmost kindness and respect," while bullying is "rare" and concerns are dealt with "quickly and fairly."
- The curriculum is "broad" and "enriched through meaningful local experiences," such as visits to Bridgnorth Castle, helping pupils "connect knowledge to their community."
- Staff build "warm and trusting relationships," ensuring children in the early years "feel safe" and engage "confidently in learning and play."
- Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs "achieve well over time," benefiting from "thoughtful" use of funding and "effective support."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teaching "consistently builds on pupils’ prior knowledge" so younger pupils deepen their understanding across all subjects.
- Early years provision needs to "consistently support children’s development" by strengthening understanding across all areas of learning.
- Monitoring should be refined to "identify less secure practice more precisely," particularly in foundation subjects, to secure consistent teaching.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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