Castle Academy
Academy sponsor led primary school in Northampton (West Northamptonshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Castle Academy there is an understanding and respect for all, regardless of race, gender or ability. We achieve through challenge, inspiring open minds and developing the skills for life long learning by working together for the future of every child. Embracing diversity and self-belief to empower all to grow .
We celebrate creativity and success but acknowledge that we learn from our mistakes. We are committed to raising standards and setting high expectations through exceptional teaching. We aim to enable all to fulfil their potential and we celebrate their range of achievements. We believe a sense of belonging is vital for all members of the inclusive Castle community.
We develop the whole child in a happy, secure and caring environment. We have pride in the school and our partners in being the best we can be. To get in touch with Castle Academy please click on the link below, or call us on 01604 346802
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
8 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Archery
- Choir
- Climbing
- Music
- Discovery Education Espresso
- Numbots
- Purple Mash
- Read Write Inc (RWI)
Awards
2 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Eco SchoolsEnvironment
- Eco Schools Green FlagEnvironment
Key facts
- URN
- 140362
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Constituency
- Northampton North
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2014
Governing body (9 current, 2 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Dave Hood | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by GB/board | since 2021 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Daniel Lugg | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2026 |
| Ms Oluwatoyin (Toyin) Agunbiade | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Pepe Smith | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Adrian Lett | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Ornela Mato | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Gillian Innocent-Labija | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Mayowa Oriyoe | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Isoken Sandra Akhigbe | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Miss Bethany Harmes Former | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Zoe McIntrye Former | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2021 · term ended 2026 |
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