Castle Primary School
68%
Capacity
287
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Castle Primary School
Castle Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 287 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Castle Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Paddon, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Castle Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Castle Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castle Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Castle Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barrington Street, Tiverton, Mid Devon, EX16 6QR |
| Headteacher | Thomas Paddon |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.8% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 420 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11796th of 13,686
Nationally
1179th of 1,469
In South West
26th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle Primary School
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Contact Information
Barrington Street, Tiverton
Mid Devon, EX16 6QR
Journey to School
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