Castle Hill Junior School

URN: 141373 • Ipswich IP1 6QD

Overview

Name
Castle Hill Junior School
URN
141373
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASSET EDUCATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Smith (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01473741758
Website
Visit
Address
Dryden Road, Ipswich IP1 6QD

Summary

Castle Hill Junior School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 286 pupils, operating below its capacity of 360. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued and celebrated. The ethos is built around the core values of Passion, Resilience, Integrity, Determination, and Equity, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are active members of the school community.

The curriculum at Castle Hill is designed to be engaging and inspiring, with a strong emphasis on nurturing the whole child. Key drivers of the curriculum include 'Nurture', 'Engage', 'Inspire', and 'Achieve', ensuring that pupils are happy, healthy, and ready to learn. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including Forest School sessions, which enhance social and emotional development.

Castle Hill Junior School also encourages a sense of belonging through its house system, where pupils participate in various roles and activities. The school community is committed to continuous improvement and high expectations, aiming to transform the life chances of its students. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASSET EDUCATION
Capacity
360
Pupils
286
Boys
149
Girls
137
FSM %
37.40
Open date
2014-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 286 149 137 360 37.40
2024-09-11 289 154 135 378 33.20
2023-09-11 312 163 149 378 29.80
2022-09-11 312 163 149 378 29.80
2021-09-11 316 163 153 300 26.90
2020-09-11 320 175 145 300 23.40

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