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Bishops Castle Primary School

Oak Meadow, Bishops Castle, SY9 5PA

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Pupils

136

Ages

4-11

FSM

24.3%

Capacity

175

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

50.0%

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About Bishops Castle Primary School

Bishops Castle Primary School is a primary school in Bishops Castle, Shropshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 136 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Oak Meadow, Bishops Castle, SY9 5PA | More schools in Shropshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2023 — Good
Sept 2022 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Dec 2013 — Good (predecessor: Bishops Castle Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bishops Castle Primary School

What is Bishops Castle Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Bishops Castle Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Bishops Castle Primary School's latest exam results?

Bishops Castle Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Bishops Castle Primary School located?

Bishops Castle Primary School is a primary school in Bishops Castle, Shropshire (SY9 5PA).

How many pupils attend Bishops Castle Primary School?

Bishops Castle Primary School has around 136 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bishops Castle Primary School with other schools?

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