Castle Hill School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary & Secondary
Post 16
Special school
PUPILS
129
AGES
3 - 19
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy special converter

How Does The School Perform?

Ofsted
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(26/11/2024)
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100%
NATIONAL AVG. 93%
Happiness Rating

Ofsted Parent View

6.9:1
NATIONAL AVG. 19.9:1
Pupil/Teacher ratio
37.4%
NATIONAL AVG. 16.2%
Persistent Absence
28.7%
NATIONAL AVG. 22.8%
Pupils first language
not English
32.4%
NATIONAL AVG. 25.9%
Free school meals
Newsome Road South
Newsome
Huddersfield
HD4 6JL
01484544558

School Description

Pupils at this school thrive in an environment tailored to their individual needs. This is a happy, encouraging and caring school where the vision to ‘innovate, communicate and empower’ is not just a statement but a lived reality. From the moment they arrive, pupils are surrounded by staff who deeply understand their strengths and the challenges they face. There is a culture of trust and care that allows pupils to feel secure and be ready to learn. The school is committed to ensuring that every pupil can reach their potential. Staff set ambitious yet achievable goals, focusing on meaningful progress in areas such as communication, independence and life skills. Success is celebrated at every step, whether it is a new word, a new skill or increased confidence in social situations. These small but significant milestones build pupils’ self-esteem and prepare them for life beyond the school. There is a calm and supportive ethos throughout the school. Staff respond swiftly and effectively to any behaviour issues, understanding and addressing pupils’ underlying needs. As a result, pupils feel safe and supported. Many develop greater self-regulation and become increasingly confident in expressing themselves in ways that work for them.

Castle Hill School Parent Reviews



100% Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree 90% Agree 10% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>90, "agree"=>10, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 80% Agree 20% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>80, "agree"=>20, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 65% Agree 30% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 5% {"strongly_agree"=>65, "agree"=>30, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
My Child Has Not Been Bullied 90% Strongly Agree 0% Agree 0% Disagree 5% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 5% {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>90, "strongly_agree"=>0, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 75% Agree 20% Disagree 5% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>75, "agree"=>20, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns 30% Strongly Agree 55% Agree 10% Disagree 5% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>30, "strongly_agree"=>55, "agree"=>10, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 90% Agree 10% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>90, "agree"=>10, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 70% Agree 25% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 5% {"strongly_agree"=>70, "agree"=>25, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 85% Agree 15% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>85, "agree"=>15, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 85% Agree 15% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>85, "agree"=>15, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 85% Agree 15% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>85, "agree"=>15, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 40% Agree 25% Disagree 10% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 25% {"strongly_agree"=>40, "agree"=>25, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>25} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Strongly Agree 75% Agree 25% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>75, "agree"=>25, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025
Yes 100% No 0% {"yes"=>100, "no"=>0} Figures based on 20 responses up to 20-01-2025

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