Castleview Primary School
Slough, SL3 7LJ · Slough · primary school
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21st of 27 primary schools in Slough we can score, 28 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 7.4/10 nationally. 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 7 | 35% | 0.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Castleview Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in February 2026 assessed the school under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in team games, skipping, and an arty craft night. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted report-card framework influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Castleview Primary School
Overview
Castleview Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "happy and feel safe," demonstrating confidence in the school’s 'TRACK' values. Most pupils achieve well and are "well prepared for their next steps," with strong outcomes in English and mathematics. However, the report highlights inconsistencies in early years provision and support for pupils with special educational needs, which can lead to gaps in knowledge for some.
Strengths
- Pupils behave respectfully, creating a "calm atmosphere" where bullying is rare and staff are trusted to resolve issues promptly.
- The curriculum is "well designed and sequenced," helping pupils build knowledge securely, particularly in key stage 2.
- Leaders have established an "effective, proactive approach to improving attendance," working closely with families and external agencies.
- Staff are supported with "well-planned training" and feel valued, contributing to consistent classroom practice and manageable workloads.
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular activities, such as music and gymnastics, which foster a strong sense of belonging.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure high-quality interactions in the early years consistently extend children’s vocabulary and address handwriting fundamentals, such as pencil grip.
- Systems to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities require enhancement to ensure consistent, precise adaptations across the school.
- Leaders should sustain efforts to improve attendance so that it is high for all pupil groups, as it remains below national figures.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,323 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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