PrimaryData as of May 2026

Castle Academy

St George's Street, Northampton, NN1 2TR

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

451

Ages

3-11

FSM

19.9%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

78.0%

Writing

81.0%

Maths

93.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About Castle Academy

Castle Academy is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 451 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: St George's Street, Northampton, NN1 2TR | More schools in West Northamptonshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Castle Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2022 — School remains Good
Nov 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Castle Academy

What is Castle Academy's Ofsted rating?

Castle Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Castle Academy's latest exam results?

Castle Academy: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Castle Academy located?

Castle Academy is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN1 2TR).

How many pupils attend Castle Academy?

Castle Academy has around 451 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Castle Academy with other schools?

View Castle Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in West Northamptonshire.