Castle Primary School
94%
Capacity
393
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Castle Primary School
Castle Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fareham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 393 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Castle Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Justin Bartlett, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2430th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 22 in Fareham.
Castle Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 51 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castle Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fareham, Castle Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Castle Street, Fareham, Fareham, PO16 9QQ |
| Headteacher | Justin Bartlett |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 393 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 393 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2430th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 22
In Fareham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
76%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% 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
Castle Street, Fareham
Fareham, PO16 9QQ
Journey to School
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