Castle School
URN: 104269 • Walsall WS3 2ED
Overview
- Name
- Castle School
- URN
- 104269
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christine Fraser (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01922710129
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Odell Road, Walsall WS3 2ED
Summary
Castle School is a community special school located in Walsall, catering to a diverse group of 230 pupils aged 7 to 18 who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan. The school is designed for students with moderate learning difficulties, many of whom also have additional needs such as autism and communication challenges. With a focus on inclusivity, Castle School provides a supportive environment where pupils are taught in small classes, ensuring individual attention from teachers and teaching assistants.
The curriculum at Castle School is tailored to meet the unique needs of its students, emphasizing both academic achievement and personal development. The school follows the Team Teach principles for behaviour management, fostering a positive learning atmosphere. All students are encouraged to achieve a minimum qualification in English and Maths by the time they leave, equipping them with essential skills for their future.
Castle School is committed to the well-being of its pupils and promotes a strong sense of community. With various support services, after-school clubs, and a focus on safeguarding, the school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Castle School is tailored to meet the unique needs of its students, emphasizing both academic achievement and personal development. The school follows the Team Teach principles for behaviour management, fostering a positive learning atmosphere. All students are encouraged to achieve a minimum qualification in English and Maths by the time they leave, equipping them with essential skills for their future.
Castle School is committed to the well-being of its pupils and promotes a strong sense of community. With various support services, after-school clubs, and a focus on safeguarding, the school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Castle Business & Enterprise College (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Exam and Key Stage Results (other)
- Policy page Cookie Control Link Icon (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Oakwood School (80.9)
- Jane Lane School (63.8)
- Phoenix Primary EBD School (60.2)
- Old Hall School (58.6)
- Abu Bakr Al-Ihsaan Academy (53.6)
Key details
- LA
- Walsall
- Age range
- 7 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 205
- Pupils
- 230
- Boys
- 159
- Girls
- 71
- FSM %
- 59.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 230 | 159 | 71 | 205 | 59.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 225 | 159 | 66 | 205 | 56.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 195 | 135 | 60 | 205 | 55.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 195 | 135 | 60 | 172 | 55.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 187 | 124 | 63 | 200 | 55.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 188 | 127 | 61 | 172 | 55.60 |
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