PrimaryData as of May 2026

Castle Hill Junior School

Dryden Road, Ipswich, IP1 6QD

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

286

Ages

7-11

FSM

37.4%

Capacity

360

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

71.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

57.0%

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About Castle Hill Junior School

Castle Hill Junior School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 286 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dryden Road, Ipswich, IP1 6QD | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2024 — Good
May 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Feb 2020 — Requires improvement
Sept 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Castle Hill Junior School

What is Castle Hill Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Castle Hill Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Castle Hill Junior School's latest exam results?

Castle Hill Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Castle Hill Junior School located?

Castle Hill Junior School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP1 6QD).

How many pupils attend Castle Hill Junior School?

Castle Hill Junior School has around 286 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Castle Hill Junior School with other schools?

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