Castles Education

URN: 147170 • Gainsborough DN21 2SU

Overview

Name
Castles Education
URN
147170
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Inadequate
Ranking score
25.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andy Fyfe (since 2025)
Telephone
01427253117
Website
Visit
Address
12 Acland Street, Gainsborough DN21 2SU

Summary

Castles Education is an independent mixed school located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, catering to pupils aged 7 to 17 who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and mental health needs. The school currently serves 114 students, with a capacity of 145, and all pupils hold Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Castles Education is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment, ensuring that each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Castles Education is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, with staff developing specific teaching strategies aligned with each pupil's targets and EHCP plans. The school emphasizes personalized learning and offers dedicated one-on-one support as well as small group activities, fostering academic, social, emotional, and creative growth.

Castles Education actively collaborates with parents, carers, and external professionals to provide comprehensive support for its students. The school’s vision is to empower pupils with the qualifications and skills necessary for successful transitions to further education, employment, or training, while celebrating the diversity and strengths of its community.

Key details

LA
Lincolnshire
Age range
7 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
145
Pupils
114
Boys
92
Girls
22
FSM %
Open date
2019-08-12
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 114 92 22 145
2024-09-11 93 79 14 110
2023-09-11 26 22 4 110 0.00
2022-09-11 26 22 4 40 0.00
2021-09-11 27 20 7 40
2020-09-11 7 5 2 40

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