Castles Education
Castles Education is an independent school in Gainsborough for pupils aged 7 to 16. It has 93 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Castles Education is Inadequate, from an inspection in May 2024.
Ofsted inspection: May 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 7-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 12 Acland Street Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 2SU |
| Phone | 01427253117 |
| Reference Number | 147170 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 93 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 83.87%
Girls: 16.13% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Castles Education has made significant progress since its previous inspections, transforming its curriculum and improving the quality of education. The school now meets all independent school standards checked during this inspection, demonstrating an effective response to past concerns regarding curriculum structure and teaching quality. Positive relationships are evident between staff and pupils, with the introduction of innovative programs catering to students' interests and needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Mar 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 07 Nov 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Mar 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 03 Mar 2020 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Jun 2019 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- The school has implemented a comprehensive new curriculum policy across most subjects.
- Pupils are beginning to read with increasing accuracy and confidence thanks to a new reading and phonics curriculum.
- Staff training and development has led to marked improvements in teaching quality.
- Leaders have a strong commitment to promoting pupils' well-being.
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff are highlighted.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Castles Education were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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| Name | Distance |
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What is Castles Education's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Castles Education is Inadequate, from an inspection in May 2024.
When was Castles Education last inspected by Ofsted?
Castles Education was last inspected in May 2024.
How many pupils does Castles Education have?
Castles Education has 93 pupils on roll.
What age range does Castles Education cover?
Castles Education for pupils aged 7 to 16.
Where is Castles Education?
Castles Education is at 12 Acland Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2SU.