Castle School
URN: 132133 • Derby DE22 1GE
Overview
- Name
- Castle School
- URN
- 132133
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ellen Wilkinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332973869
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 56 Cedar Street, Derby DE22 1GE
Summary
Castle School is a pupil referral unit located in Derby, catering to a mixed-gender population of 23 students, with a capacity of 180. The school operates under the ethos of the RESPECT Collaboration of Schools, emphasizing the importance of providing personalized support to meet each child's individual needs. The staff are committed to fostering an environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally, promoting the belief that every day is an opportunity for a fresh start.
The curriculum at Castle School is tailored to accommodate the unique requirements and aspirations of its students. The school prioritizes collaboration with families and stakeholders to ensure that educational provisions are effectively aligned with students' needs. Alongside academic pursuits, students engage in various activities, including outdoor education and skills development, such as paddle sports and fire safety.
Castle School values community involvement and aims to empower students with the respect and confidence necessary for their future endeavors. The recent appointment of a new headteacher and ongoing initiatives reflect the school's commitment to continuous improvement and the well-being of its students.
The curriculum at Castle School is tailored to accommodate the unique requirements and aspirations of its students. The school prioritizes collaboration with families and stakeholders to ensure that educational provisions are effectively aligned with students' needs. Alongside academic pursuits, students engage in various activities, including outdoor education and skills development, such as paddle sports and fire safety.
Castle School values community involvement and aims to empower students with the respect and confidence necessary for their future endeavors. The recent appointment of a new headteacher and ongoing initiatives reflect the school's commitment to continuous improvement and the well-being of its students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Education, Heath & Care Plans (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- SEND Useful Information (sen)
- Additional Support Services (sen)
- Derby - SEND VoiceMarch 2024 (sen)
- Student Induction Pack (download)
- October Half Term ActivitiesOctober 2024 (download)
- May Half Term FlyerMay 2025 (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Ivy House School (68.5)
- Derby Pride Academy (66.7)
- St Clare's School (66.7)
- St Martins School (66.7)
- St Giles' School (65.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 5 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 23
- Boys
- 15
- Girls
- 8
- FSM %
- 69.60
- Open date
- 2000-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 180 | 69.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 37 | 18 | 19 | 180 | 45.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 33 | 21 | 12 | 180 | 57.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 33 | 21 | 12 | 180 | 57.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 62 | 49 | 13 | 180 | 50.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 92 | 64 | 28 | 180 | 41.30 |
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