Castle Wood Special School

URN: 135569 • Coventry CV2 1FN

Overview

Name
Castle Wood Special School
URN
135569
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
67.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebekah Hayes (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
02476709060
Website
Visit
Address
50 Deedmore Road, Coventry CV2 1FN

Summary

Castle Wood Special School is a community special school located in Coventry, catering to a diverse range of special educational needs. With a current enrolment of 166 pupils, the school has a capacity of 160 and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the vision "Together, children first...", emphasizes the importance of collaboration among staff, parents, and external agencies to foster holistic development and independence in students.

The curriculum at Castle Wood is designed to engage pupils through their individual interests, promoting both academic and life skills essential for future success. The school prides itself on providing innovative learning opportunities that are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. This approach ensures that students are not only happy and engaged but also equipped with the skills necessary for their personal growth.

Governance at Castle Wood involves active participation from a diverse group of governors who oversee various aspects of school management, including safeguarding and curriculum development. The school encourages parental involvement and is open to visits for those interested in learning more about its programs and community.

Key details

LA
Coventry
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
160
Pupils
166
Boys
120
Girls
46
FSM %
35.50
Open date
2008-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 166 120 46 160 35.50
2024-09-11 160 114 46 160 41.90
2023-09-11 160 120 40 160 39.40
2022-09-11 160 120 40 156 39.40
2021-09-11 156 121 35 156 39.10
2020-09-11 157 124 33 156 34.40

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