Castledyke Primary School
63%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Castledyke Primary School
Castledyke Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castledyke Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Catriona Young, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8955th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Castledyke Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castledyke Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Castledyke Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Castledyke West, Barton-upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire, DN18 5AW |
| Headteacher | Catriona Young |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.6% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 340 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8955th of 13,686
Nationally
955th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
36th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
57%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Castledyke West, Barton-upon-Humber
North Lincolnshire, DN18 5AW
Castledyke West, Barton-upon-Humber
North Lincolnshire, DN18 5AW
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