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Castle School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Walsall WS3 2ED
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Castle School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 218 students from age 5-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For students with special education needs who have received statements, Castle is a successful 7–19 special school.
The school is intended for students with moderate learning challenges, but the majority of students also have special needs, such as autism, speech and language impairments, and some behavioural problems.
The following facts are derived from an article that was published in the Walsall observer in 1959, the year the school was originally established.
The nearby brickworks that were formerly located on the site gave rise to the name of Castle School.
The first special school to open in Walsall was Castle School.
It began operations on September 7th, 1959, with 132 students.
It cost 53,000 to build and is located in Leamore.
Specialized teachers were employed, most of whom had prior experience working with children who had special needs.
Miss Aline Sabin served as the head instructor.
She had previously been a part of a Wolverhampton team that taught remedial classes.
The school had unique gear and equipment that weren't present in other schools.
The entry hall was intended to be utilised as a dining room, while the main hall served as a gymnasium.
Nine instructors worked at the school, and one of them was a part-time physical education specialist.
The school was founded by Mrs. Alice Taylor, who later was elected mayor of Walsall.
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The school is intended for students with moderate learning challenges, but the majority of students also have special needs, such as autism, speech and language impairments, and some behavioural problems.
The following facts are derived from an article that was published in the Walsall observer in 1959, the year the school was originally established.
The nearby brickworks that were formerly located on the site gave rise to the name of Castle School.
The first special school to open in Walsall was Castle School.
It began operations on September 7th, 1959, with 132 students.
It cost 53,000 to build and is located in Leamore.
Specialized teachers were employed, most of whom had prior experience working with children who had special needs.
Miss Aline Sabin served as the head instructor.
She had previously been a part of a Wolverhampton team that taught remedial classes.
The school had unique gear and equipment that weren't present in other schools.
The entry hall was intended to be utilised as a dining room, while the main hall served as a gymnasium.
Nine instructors worked at the school, and one of them was a part-time physical education specialist.
The school was founded by Mrs. Alice Taylor, who later was elected mayor of Walsall.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 5-18 | 5-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.2 | 9.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 99 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 56.26% | 55.77% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.63% | 7.35% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -17.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -14.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -16.1 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.08% | 60.34% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.95% | 9.66% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -16.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -15.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -15.9 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.01% | 59.41% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.68% | 9.11% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -12.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -11.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -13.1 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 51.41% | 56.23% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.77% | 8.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -10.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.7 | Well Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.61% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 51.75% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 25.07% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 13.54% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 17.68% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.25 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 91.55% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 153 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.86% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 37.68% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 43.64% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.41% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 73% | 5.27% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.27% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.6 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 0.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.08% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 52.62% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 25.96% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.81% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.5% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.07 | 3.29 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 92.52% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 24 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.9% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 34.71% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 43.43% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 63% | 8.43% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.52% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.45 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 0.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.16% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 51% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 29.4% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.96% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.8% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.02 | 3.33 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 89.57% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 16 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 78.81% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 31.19% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.57% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 81% | 7.9% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.95% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.05% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.49 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 0.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 36.2% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 53.92% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 26.72% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.04% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.12% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 87.52% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 68.67% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 29.52% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 44.52% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 64% | 6.81% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.76% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30th Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 25th Mar 2024 - 5th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 24th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 6th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 22nd Jul 2024 |
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