Castle View Primary School
130%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Castle View Primary School
Castle View Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (130% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castle View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Melarangi, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1580th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 43 in Halton.
Castle View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 20 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castle View Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Castle View Primary School is one of the options available in the North 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mead Way, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 2DZ |
| Headteacher | Hannah Melarangi |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.6% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 140 (130% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1580th of 13,686
Nationally
198th of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
80%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castle View Primary School
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Contact Information
Mead Way, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 2DZ
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