Castle Primary School
Castle Primary School, Newlands Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2TSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Castle Primary School is a primary school in Bristol for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 90 schools in Bath and North East Somerset. It ranks 131st of 190 primary schools in Bristol. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 October 2023, report published 19 November 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 October 2023
Pupils flourish at this inclusive and welcoming school. The school's motto of 'value learning, value others and value ourselves' is at the heart of everything the school does. There is a culture of high expectations for all. Pupils set exceptional examples to others. They are polite to adults and their peers. Pupils behave impeccably at social times and in lessons. Older pupils provide strong role models for others. Pupils follow the school rules consistently. Consequently, pupils' attitudes are exemplary. They are a credit to the school. This is a happy and safe place for pupils to learn. The school prioritises developing pupils' character. Their personal and academic achievements begin in early years. Children quickly learn the school routines and rules. Pupils can explain why democracy and mutual respect are important. Pupils enjoy a wide range of school clubs such as sports, yoga and chess. They are proud of their responsibilities as school captains, librarians and play leaders. Parents are exceptionally happy with the school. They welcome the school's caring and nurturing environment.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the school and trust have not identified the key content they want pupils to know and remember over time. This limits pupils' learning. The school and trust should ensure that the curriculum identifies clearly the knowledge and vocabulary that pupils are expected to know and remember.
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is not implemented as the trust intends. As a result, pupils do not gain the depth of knowledge and understanding of the important content they need. The trust should ensure that the wider curriculum is implemented effectively, so that pupils' knowledge builds well over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
38 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
374 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Castle Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
| St Keyna Primary School | 0.4 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 59% met the expected standard |
| Chandag Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Two Rivers Church of England Primary | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Somerdale Educate Together Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE PARTNERSHIP TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kelly Sessions
- Phone
- 01179864489
- Address
- Castle Primary School, Newlands Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2TS
- Local authority
- Bath and North East Somerset
- URN
- 146952
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.