State School
#7 in Best Secondary Schools in Portsmouth
Castle View Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Castle View Academy
Work here? Update your school profile
Castle View Academy
- Secondary
- Portsmouth PO6 4QP
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Pupils are encouraged to aim high, with well-structured lessons improving knowledge.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are expected to behave well; routines like roll call enforce high standards.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers' expertise leads to consistent teaching.
Current Educational Practices: Regular assessments are used to plan next steps in learning.
Opportunities for Involvement: Increasing opportunities for parents to get involved.
Communication: Clear communication about pupil progress and school events.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work hard to make a difference to pupils' lives.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on developing an ambitious and well-structured curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding practices; regular training for staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Award-winning mental health initiatives; committed staff.
Extracurricular Offerings: Increasing opportunities for work experience and trips.
Career Counselling Services: Includes managing finances, career aspirations, and preparing for life beyond school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive support based on accurate understanding of needs.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects from Year 7 to Year 11, improving EBacc entry level.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Castle View Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 687 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 35% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Castle View Academy
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 51动漫 grade |
B-
|
B-
|
B+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | 15.1 | 6.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 35% | 48% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.17 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% | 19.5% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 31.61% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 23% | 18.06% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 5.33% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 8.61% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 2.26 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 87% | 90.15% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 83.69% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 76% | 68.08% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 4.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.62% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.23% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.54% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.92% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.24 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 27.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 39.69% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 31% | 22.94% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 7.88% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 12.94% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 2.84 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 81% | 88.77% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 115 | 127 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 82.77% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 42.62% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 4.77% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 27.08% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.31% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.08% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.23% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.7 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 29% | 24.67% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 38.33% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 5% | 23.93% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.8% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 11.53% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.87 | 2.87 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 92.9% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 68% | 84.5% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 41.4% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 1.6% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 30.9% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.9% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 4.4% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 11% | 4.2% | 2.75% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Best Schools 2025
Castle View Academy Rankings
51动漫 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Castle View Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
