Castlefield School
64%
Capacity
450
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Castlefield School
Castlefield School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castlefield School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Kann, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3964th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Castlefield School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 32 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Castlefield School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castlefield School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Castlefield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | The Middle Way, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 3LE |
| Headteacher | Andrew Kann |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.1% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 700 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3964th of 13,686
Nationally
534th of 2,034
In South East
47th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
71%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castlefield School
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Contact Information
The Middle Way, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP12 3LE
Journey to School
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