VISION

Our vision is to change our pupils’ lives for the better through personalised learning, nurture and preparation for life.

Dear Parents, Carers, and Visitors,

A very warm welcome to Castles Education.

We are proud to offer a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child is valued, respected, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Castles Education is a Good School and meets all standards set by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). This recognition reflects the dedication, passion, and hard work of our entire team.

At Castles, we understand that every child is unique and that is why we are committed to providing a safe, inspiring, and personalised learning experience, tailored to each student’s academic, emotional, social, and creative needs.

We work in close partnership with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure each child receives the individual support they deserve. Our curriculum is engaging, accessible, and relevant, delivered through a combination of one-to-one sessions, small group activities, and hands-on learning that empowers students to thrive.

Our dedicated and compassionate team is here to support students throughout their learning journey—celebrating every success and helping them build the confidence and resilience to face life’s challenges with strength.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our PRIDE values, our approach, and the incredible achievements of our students. This is a truly exciting time to be part of Castles Education.

If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Warm regards,

Andy
Head Teacher

HEADTEACHER'S WELCOME

Andrew Fyfe
Headteacher

SCHOOL INSPECTION REPORT

Click here to view our latest school inspection report.

Or click the report image opposite to download a copy.

“The proprietor and school leaders have created an environment and school culture which is focused on promoting pupils learning and wellbeing.”

— ISI Inspection Report 2025

“To provide a welcoming and purposeful environment where young people can flourish and where their needs, and aspirations are met”.

OUR MISSION

OUR PRIDE VALUES

Our PRIDE values inform everything that we do and are at the heart of our school family.

 

  • We aim to ensure that children have a clear purpose in all they do. That children know what they are learning in all lessons and why it is important. Activities and events are purposeful and enhance the learning experiences of every child at our school.

  • We teach that respect does not just mean being polite and careful but making sure that your surroundings, learning environment and fellow classmates are happy, safe and have a great place in which to learn and thrive.

  • We guide our students to make ethical choices, uphold honesty, and foster a sense of responsibility. By instilling integrity, we cultivate individuals who contribute positively to society. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do.

  • Determination is the driving force behind success. We encourage our students to set ambitious goals, work persistently towards them, and embrace the journey of learning with determination and purpose.

  • Our children are taught to aim high in their learning and to achieve their full potential in life. This means using all of their PRIDE skills to take pride in themselves and their work and to encourage and help others to do the same.

“Staff make explicit links between pupils learning in PSHE, the schools PRIDE values and fundamental British values..”

— ISI Inspection Report 2025

OUR VISION

High levels of collaboration within the school ensure the very best possible range of learning opportunities are provided for our young people. 

Well-planned, sequenced and purposeful teaching leads our young people making good progress in all aspects of their learning. 

Focused and caring support in partnership with our families leads to highly effective partnerships which benefit our young people through their learning. 

Our young people are supported and encouraged to communicate their needs, wants and opinions and we work hard to ensure their voice is heard. 

We support our students in developing their self-confidence and independence. 

We ensure, by focusing on our young persons needs, that students leave Castles Education effectively prepared for the next stages of their life. 

Young people actively engage in their community, becoming agents of change and ambassadors for the SEND community. 

BESPOKE SUPPORT

Our pupils have a very wide range of abilities and special needs, and come from many different starting points. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach and so we adapt the learning that each child receives so that it is accessible and appropriate, while maintaining the highest expectations in terms of outcomes.

Wellbeing Focus
Including attendance, emotional regulation and behaviour

Graduated Response

EHCP Targets

Academic progress
Including typical assessment data and obtained qualifications