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Castles Education is a private secondary-stage school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, with a published age range of 7-16.
Private school Co-ed Ages 7-16 No sixth form listed No boarders
- Application ?
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 7-16
- ISI ?
- Standards met
- Boarding ?
- No boarders
Castles Education
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Key facts
- Sector
- Private school
- Gender
- Mixed
- Application ?
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 7-16
- Boarding ?
- No boarders
- Route check
- Independent schools do not use the local-authority grammar-school catchment model; check the school site for boarding, transport and eligibility rules.
- ISI ?
- Standards met
Overview
Overview
Castles Education is a specialist independent setting in Gainsborough for pupils aged 7 to 16 whose primary EHCP need is social, emotional and mental health. Its vision centres on personalised learning, nurture and preparation for life. The setting is designed to build confidence, independence and a voice in education.
Its curriculum runs from Key Stage 2 through Key Stage 4 and is adapted to EHCP targets. Castles identifies literacy, numeracy, digital skills and reading, alongside qualifications in English, mathematics and at least three other subjects. Assessment tracks progress against each pupil's targets.
The daily model combines one-to-one work, small groups and hands-on learning. Wellbeing includes attendance, emotional regulation and behaviour, while PRIDE - purpose, respect, integrity, determination and excellence - gives the setting a shared language. The skills hub adds vocational experience, with kitchen, cafeteria and transport services.
Admission follows the EHCP and local-authority consultation process. Castles asks placing authorities and settings to contact its SEND or admissions teams. Before a place is specified, the local authority consults the school about suitability, needs and provision.
Key points
Key points
- Assessment route
- Applications are made directly to the school. Check the school's own admissions pages for registration dates, entrance assessment stages, interviews, fees, scholarships and bursaries.
- Places and demand
- Published Year 7 place numbers and applicant-per-place data are not included in GIAS for this private-school seed profile.
- Catchment
- Private-school eligibility is not controlled by the local-authority grammar catchment model; check boarding, day-pupil, transport and any sibling or faith rules on the school site.
- Results
- 0% grade 5+ in English and maths and 6 Attainment 8
GCSE benchmark
Latest 2024/25 KS4 measures compared with Lincolnshire and England.
School Local authority England
- Attainment 8
- 6
- Grade 5+ English and maths
- 0%
- EBacc APS
- 0.31
- EBacc entry
- 0%
Attainment 8 trend
Recent published Attainment 8 scores compared with Lincolnshire and England.
School Local authority England
School details
School details
- Sector
- Private school
- School type
- Other independent school
- Funding
- Independent fee-paying
- Application
- Apply direct to school
- Gender
- Mixed
- Age range
- 7-16
- Headteacher
- Mr Andy Fyfe
- Pupil roll
- 93 pupils
- Sixth form
- No
Location and contact
Location and contact
Address
- Address
- 12 Acland Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
- Postcode
- DN21 2SU
- Area
- Lincolnshire
School leadership
- Headteacher
- Mr Andy Fyfe
School contact
- School phone
- 01427253117
Admissions contact
- Admissions team
- Admissions
- Admissions phone
- 01427253117
Admissions
Admissions
- Application route
- Apply direct to school
- Age range
- 7-16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Boarding
- No boarders
- Day fees
- Check school fees page
- Scholarships and bursaries
- Check school site
- Entrance details
- Entrance assessment details are not part of the GIAS open data extract.
- Admissions note
- GIAS confirms the school type and age range; fees, scholarships, bursaries and entrance assessments should be checked on the school's own website.
GIAS confirms the school type and age range; fees, scholarships, bursaries and entrance assessments should be checked on the school's own website.
Independent schools do not use the local-authority grammar-school catchment model; check the school site for boarding, transport and eligibility rules.
Oversubscription and eligibility
Use the official admissions policy for the current priority order and eligibility rules.
Exam and test format
Exam and test format
Entrance route and assessment
Entrance assessment details are not part of the GIAS open data extract.
- Assessment route
- Apply direct to school
Application
Application
How to apply
- 1
Apply direct to the school
Independent-school admissions are handled by the school rather than the local authority CAF.
Check school admissions
Results
Results
Attainment snapshot
- Attainment 8 ?
- 6 Attainment 8
- GCSE results
- 14.3% grade 4+ in English and maths
- Grade 5+ English and maths ?
- 0% grade 5+ in English and maths
- EBacc average point score ?
- 0.31 EBacc APS
Inspection
Inspection
Standards met
Latest inspection: 14 January 2025
- Leadership, management and governance
- Standards met
- Quality of education, training and recreation
- Standards met
- Physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Standards met
- Social and economic education and contribution to society
- Standards met
- Safeguarding
- Standards met
Quick summary
- Latest ISI report: Routine Inspections 2025 records an inspection beginning 14 January 2025. The report says the relevant standards were met.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How does Castles Education handle admissions?
Castles Education handles applications directly. Check the school website for registration dates, entrance assessments, interviews, fees, scholarships and bursaries.
How do I apply to Castles Education?
1. Apply direct to the school: Independent-school admissions are handled by the school rather than the local authority CAF.
When are the key dates for Castles Education?
Use the school admissions page to confirm registration, assessment, interview and offer dates.
What does the latest inspection picture look like for Castles Education?
Castles Education is currently rated Standards met following the latest published inspection dated 14 January 2025.