Acle Academy
Norwich, NR13 3ER · Norfolk · secondary school
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31st of 53 secondary schools in Norfolk we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.0/10 against 839 of them, against 3.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 36.9 · 30 | 31% | 0.91 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.08 · 44 | 26% | 1.12 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 44.5 · 42 | 10% | 0.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Acle Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.08 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 709 pupils against a stated capacity of 711. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Acle Academy
Overview
Pupils report that Acle Academy has “changed for the better,” benefiting from a “supportive environment” and “high ambition” leaders. The school provides effective teaching that helps pupils develop “rich knowledge” and strong literacy skills, with particular success in supporting those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Leaders have “planned the curriculum well,” meticulously breaking down learning steps so pupils can build skills with confidence.
- Teachers are “adept at checking whether pupils understand and remember what they learn,” effectively rectifying gaps in knowledge.
- Pupils with SEND receive “strong support” and “achieve well,” developing independence for their next stage beyond school.
- The school prepares pupils for the modern world through “wide-ranging and balanced careers guidance” and thoughtful discussions on healthy relationships.
- Governors are “experienced and knowledgeable,” effectively monitoring leaders’ work on the curriculum and behaviour.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must identify the cause of “harsh language, such as name-calling” from a small number of pupils and continue efforts to change the culture so peers are consistently treated with respect.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a “vigilant and committed approach” by leaders who are “tenacious with agencies” when seeking support for children.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.2 |
| 2024/25 | 46.9 |
| 2025/26 | 44.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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