Castle Primary School
Castle Street, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, TA14 6REOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Castle Primary School is a primary school in Stoke-Sub-Hamdon for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 301 schools in Somerset. It ranks 99th of 153 primary schools in Somerset. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 June 2023, report published 14 September 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 20 June 2023
Pupils enjoy attending this caring school. They feel happy and safe. Pupils feel that everyone is treated equally. Leaders ensure pupils are well prepared citizens. This means pupils learn to take responsibility from an early age. Pupils learn fundamental British values through weekly assemblies. They learn that they have 'choices and voices.' Pupils also know to value and listen to the opinions of others. Pupils behave well throughout the school. They have positive attitudes to learning. They are polite and confident. Pupils and staff have strong bonds. This means pupils respond well to instructions. Pupils are also happy to ask any staff member for support. They know that their concerns are taken seriously. Pupils are proud of their connection with the local community. The school council worked with the Parish Council to develop the local skate park. Pupils are also proud of the money they raise for charity. They develop an understanding of money through opportunities, such as the Year 6 'Apprentice' project. Parents and carers are supportive of the school. They find leaders approachable. Most parents would recommend the school to other parents.
What the school should improve
- While the recent changes to the mathematics curriculum have developed pupils' learning, leaders should check the new curriculum continues to strengthen pupils' mathematical knowledge over time. Leaders should assess the impact of the new curriculum as it becomes implemented further. This will ensure it is securely embedded, so that pupils achieve well.
- Some staff do not have the expert subject knowledge to teach and support some subjects with precision. When this occurs, pupils do not have the accurate or essential knowledge they need. Leaders need to ensure all staff are well trained, so that pupils learn effectively in all curriculum areas.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
26 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
136 pupils on roll, with places for 175
Schools near Castle Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Sub Hamdon Church School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 57% met the expected standard |
| Martock Church School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
| All Saints Church School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Ash Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 81% met the expected standard |
| St Margaret's School, Tintinhull | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CABOT LEARNING FEDERATION
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Steve Morton
- Phone
- 01935822342
- Address
- Castle Street, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, TA14 6RE
- Local authority
- Somerset
- URN
- 141695
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.