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Castle Wood Special School Catchment Area

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

Castle Wood Special School is a community special not applicable school in Coventry , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 166 pupils, and a capacity of 160 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

166

Pupils

160

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Castle Wood Special School Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 166 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 160 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 Coventry 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 Wood Special School — School Information

Full address
50 Deedmore Road, Coventry, CV2 1FN
Local authority
Coventry
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
35.5% of pupils
DfE URN
135569

Other Not applicable Schools in Coventry

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Castle Wood Special School

Is Castle Wood Special School oversubscribed?

Yes — Castle Wood Special School currently has 166 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 160 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Castle Wood Special School?

Admission to Castle Wood Special School is managed by Coventry. 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 Wood Special School cover?

Castle Wood Special School is a not applicable school in Coventry, 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 Wood Special School?

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