The Castle Rock School
74%
Capacity
1,129
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Castle Rock School
The Castle Rock School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,129 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Castle Rock School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Roma Dhameja, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.38 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 42.0. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. Additionally, ranked 2409th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 6 in North West Leicestershire.
The Castle Rock School is a popular choice with families — it received 292 applications for 156 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 150 were first-preference applications.
The Castle Rock School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Castle Rock School include Playing Fields, Theatre, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Rowing, Rugby, Gymnastics and 6 more, as well as clubs including Newspaper, Coding, Orchestra, Book Club and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in North West Leicestershire, The Castle Rock School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Meadow Lane, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 4BR |
| Headteacher | Roma Dhameja |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,129 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 1,129 / 1,522 (74% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.38)
2409th of 3,141
Nationally
199th of 273
In East Midlands
4th of 6
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
28.5
'22/23
21.6
'23/24
25.8
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
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
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed156
292
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
150 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Castle Rock School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Meadow Lane, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 4BR
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