Castle Donington College
URN: 138820 • Derby DE74 2LN
Overview
- Name
- Castle Donington College
- URN
- 138820
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Victoria Beeby (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01332810528
- Website
- Visit Castle Donington College website
- Address
-
Mount Pleasant, Derby DE74 2LN
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Summary
Castle Donington College is a mixed secondary academy located in Derby, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 684 students, exceeding its capacity of 645. The college prides itself on a strong ethos encapsulated in the motto: "Work hard, take responsibility, be kind." The school aims to provide a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Castle Donington College is designed to be ambitious and engaging, focusing on inspiring teaching and a broad range of subjects. The school emphasizes the importance of academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours. In addition to core academic subjects, the college offers various extracurricular opportunities to enhance students' learning experiences.
Pastoral care is a key priority, with all teachers acting as tutors to support students' social and emotional development. The college fosters a community spirit, encouraging students to be positive contributors both within the school and the wider community. With a commitment to high expectations and individual care, Castle Donington College aims to nurture confident and resilient young people.
The curriculum at Castle Donington College is designed to be ambitious and engaging, focusing on inspiring teaching and a broad range of subjects. The school emphasizes the importance of academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavours. In addition to core academic subjects, the college offers various extracurricular opportunities to enhance students' learning experiences.
Pastoral care is a key priority, with all teachers acting as tutors to support students' social and emotional development. The college fosters a community spirit, encouraging students to be positive contributors both within the school and the wider community. With a commitment to high expectations and individual care, Castle Donington College aims to nurture confident and resilient young people.
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Nearby alternatives
- Landau Forte College (73.2)
- Littleover Community School (70.4)
- Derby Moor Community Sports College (67.4)
- Allestree Woodlands School (66.3)
- Chellaston Academy (66.1)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 645
- Pupils
- 684
- Boys
- 340
- Girls
- 344
- FSM %
- 18.90
- Open date
- 2012-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 684 | 340 | 344 | 645 | 18.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 657 | 340 | 317 | 645 | 17.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 622 | 323 | 299 | 645 | 12.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 622 | 323 | 299 | 645 | 12.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 562 | 290 | 272 | 645 | 10.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 564 | 294 | 270 | 645 | 8.90 |
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