Castleway Primary School
78%
Capacity
164
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Castleway Primary School
Castleway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Castleway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Mycroft-Armer, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13173rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 64 in Wirral.
Castleway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 29 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Castleway Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (11 responses).
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 Castleway Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Castleway 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Castleway North, Wirral, Wirral, CH46 1RN |
| Headteacher | Stuart Mycroft-Armer |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.7% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 210 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13173rd of 13,686
Nationally
1964th of 2,065
In North West
54th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
32%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
37
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castleway Primary School
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Contact Information
Castleway North, Wirral
Wirral, CH46 1RN
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