Attainment and Progress
Celebrating Achievement at Castledon School
Academic Year 2025–2026 | Results July 2026
At Castledon School, we believe that success looks different for every learner. We celebrate achievement across our Academic, Vocational and Life Skills Pathways, recognising the progress, independence and qualifications that prepare our young people for their futures.
Our personalised curriculum enables pupils to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence through meaningful learning experiences. From GCSE qualifications to vocational awards and essential life skills, every achievement represents an important step towards adulthood.
Our commitment to “Unlocking Potential” ensures that every young person has opportunities to succeed, build on their strengths and prepare for their next steps in education, employment and independent living.
GCSE Achievements 2026
We are proud to celebrate continued success in GCSE Art and Design.
| Qualification | Results |
|---|---|
| GCSE Art and Design | 1 student achieved Grade 7 |
| GCSE Art and Design | 1 student achieved Grade 5 |
These results demonstrate how personalised teaching and appropriate academic challenge enable pupils to achieve recognised qualifications.
English and Mathematics Achievements 2026
Our learners access qualifications at a level appropriate to their individual starting points, with opportunities to progress from Entry Level through to Level 2.
Mathematics – Edexcel
| Qualification Level | Number Achieved |
|---|---|
| Entry Level 1 | 12 |
| Entry Level 2 | 13 |
| Entry Level 3 | 12 |
| Level 1 | 1 |
English – Edexcel
| Qualification Level | Number Achieved |
|---|---|
| Entry Level 1 | 10 |
| Entry Level 2 | 2 |
| Entry Level 3 | 10 |
| Level 1 | 1 |
| Level 2 | 2 |
These qualifications recognise the development of essential literacy and numeracy skills, supporting learners to communicate effectively, solve everyday problems and develop greater independence.
Vocational Qualifications 2026
Our vocational curriculum is an important part of our commitment to preparing young people for adulthood.
Through practical, creative and work-related learning, students develop skills that support their interests, aspirations and future employment opportunities.
BTEC Qualifications
| Qualification | Level |
|---|---|
| Land Based Studies – Introductory Award | Level 1 |
| Home Cooking – Award | Level 1 |
Wider Vocational and Accredited Achievements
| Qualification | Level |
|---|---|
| AQA Science | Level 1 |
| NCFE Creative Craft – Art and Design | Level 1 |
| NCFE Photography | Level 1 |
| AQA Graphic Design | Level 1 |
| AQA ICT Unit Award | Level 1 |
| AQA Creating and Performing Drama | Level 1 |
| WJEC Humanities | Entry 3 |
| WJEC Preparing for Employment | Entry 3 |
| AQA Public Services Pathway | Entry 3 |
| WJEC Creative Media and Performance Arts | Entry 2 |
| WJEC Healthy Living and Fitness | Entry 2 and Entry 3 |
| WJEC Preparing for Work | Entry 2/3 |
| AQA Games Unit | Entry 3 |
| AQA Mathematics Unit | Entry Level |
| AQA English Unit | Entry Level |
Figures represent the number of recorded qualifications or awards achieved, not necessarily the number of individual students. Some students achieve multiple qualifications.
Preparing for Adulthood
At Castledon, qualifications are only one part of the journey.
Our curriculum places equal importance on developing the practical skills, confidence and independence that young people need beyond school.
Through learning opportunities including horticulture, cooking, creative arts, sport, ICT and employment-related activities, students develop transferable skills for everyday life and their future aspirations.
Our three pathways provide personalised routes to success, ensuring that achievement is recognised in its broadest sense.
Every pathway matters. Every achievement counts. Every learner has potential.
Statutory Performance Information
As a specialist school, some national performance measures are not available or are not directly comparable with those used in mainstream schools.
Key Stage 2
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Reading, writing and mathematics combined: 0%
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Reading, writing and mathematics at the higher standard: 0%
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Progress and scaled score data: Not available
Key Stage 4
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Progress 8: Data not available
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Attainment 8: Data not available
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Grade 5 or above in English and mathematics: Data not available
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EBacc entry and average point score: Data not available
Key Stage 5
National performance data: Not available.
The statutory information above is carried forward from the previously supplied webpage content and requires checking against the latest DfE publication.
Department for Education Performance Tables
Further information about Castledon School's published performance data can be found through the Department for Education:
Castledon School – Unlocking Potential
Celebrating individual achievement, developing independence and preparing every learner for their future.
