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Castle School, Cambridge Catchment Area

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

Castle School, Cambridge is a community special not applicable school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 235 pupils, and a capacity of 234 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

235

Pupils

234

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Castle School, Cambridge Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Castle School, Cambridge is set by Cambridgeshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 235 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 234 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 Cambridgeshire 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 School, Cambridge — School Information

Full address
Courtney Way, Cambridge, CB4 2EE
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
45.4% of pupils
DfE URN
134972

Other Not applicable Schools in Cambridge

If Castle School, Cambridge is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Cambridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Castle School, Cambridge

Is Castle School, Cambridge oversubscribed?

Yes — Castle School, Cambridge currently has 235 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 234 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Castle School, Cambridge?

Admission to Castle School, Cambridge is managed by Cambridgeshire. 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 School, Cambridge cover?

Castle School, Cambridge is a not applicable school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Castle School, Cambridge?

Castle School, Cambridge was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.