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Castle Mead School Catchment Area

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

Castle Mead School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Trowbridge, Wiltshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 376 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

376

Pupils

420

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Castle Mead School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wiltshire 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 Mead School — School Information

Full address
Mascroft Road, Trowbridge, BA14 6GD
Local authority
Wiltshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
23.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140223

Other Primary Schools in Trowbridge

If Castle Mead School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Trowbridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Castle Mead School

Is Castle Mead School oversubscribed?

Castle Mead School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Castle Mead School?

Admission to Castle Mead School is managed by Wiltshire. 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 Mead School cover?

Castle Mead School is a primary school in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Castle Mead School?

Castle Mead School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.