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Castle View Primary Academy

Keswick Road, Lancaster, LA1 3LE

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Inadequate

Feb 2025

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31% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

62.0%

Writing

54.0%

Maths

38.0%

RWM Combined

31.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School

0.51 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

0.88 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

1.08 km away · Academy sponsor led

Requires improvement

Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School

1.37 km away · Community school

Good

Bowerham Primary & Nursery School

1.49 km away · Community school

Good

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About Castle View Primary Academy

Castle View Primary Academy is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 101 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Keswick Road, Lancaster, LA1 3LE | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

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

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Jul 2022 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: Castle View Primary School)
Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Castle View Primary School)
Dec 2019 — Inadequate (predecessor: Castle View Primary School)
Apr 2015 — Good (predecessor: Castle View Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Castle View Primary Academy

What is Castle View Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Castle View Primary Academy received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Castle View Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Castle View Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Castle View Primary Academy located?

Castle View Primary Academy is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire (LA1 3LE).

How many pupils attend Castle View Primary Academy?

Castle View Primary Academy has around 101 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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