Schools in Castle Cary
3 open schools recorded with this town address, ranked by their latest Ofsted signal. How the signal works — three inspection systems currently coexist, so treat it as a guide, not a verdict.
Secondary (1)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ansford Academy Academy converter | Most areas: Expected standard (2026) | 11–16 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
Primary (2)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Cary Community Primary School Academy sponsor led | Requires improvement (2021) · previous system | 4–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
| Lovington Church of England Primary School Academy sponsor led | Inadequate (2023) · previous system | 4–11 | Usually has places available (2026 entry) |
“Demand” is first-choice applications against places at the latest entry year — admission criteria, not demand, decide offers. Data: DfE & Ofsted open data (OGL v3) — sources.