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Castle Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Castle Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 451 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

451

Pupils

420

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Castle Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Castle Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 451 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Northamptonshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Castle Academy — School Information

Full address
St George's Street, Northampton, NN1 2TR
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
19.9% of pupils
DfE URN
140362

Other Primary Schools in Northampton

If Castle Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Castle Academy

Is Castle Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Castle Academy currently has 451 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Castle Academy?

Admission to Castle Academy is managed by West Northamptonshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Castle Academy cover?

Castle Academy is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Castle Academy?

Castle Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.