Alderman Peel High School
Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1RB · Norfolk · secondary school
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45th of 53 secondary schools in Norfolk we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 880 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.4/10 nationally. 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% | 1.78 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 16.2 · 2 | 30% | 0.05 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.31 · 26 | 25% | 0.67 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 39.6 · 18 | 10% | 0.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alderman Peel High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 45.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.31 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join violin and piano clubs, play running and hockey, and attend a Year 7 residential trip to Manor Lakes.
Getting in
The published school roll is 606 pupils against a stated capacity of 525. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to support pupil progress? How does the school support students in balancing academic demands with extracurricular activities like hockey and music?
What Ofsted said about Alderman Peel High School
Overview
Alderman Peel High School is described as a "small, friendly and supportive" environment where pupils are "known well and cared for." The report highlights that pupils enjoy school life, behave politely, and feel safe, with bullying being rare. Personal development is identified as an outstanding strength, supported by an "exceptional range" of extra-curricular activities and strong pastoral care.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "good" behaviour and attitudes, responding well to high staff expectations and valuing rewards for achievement.
- Pastoral care is a "real strength," with 'the hub' providing a supportive haven for disadvantaged pupils and those with concerns.
- Personal development is "Outstanding," with pupils taking responsibility for clubs, community work, and caring for younger peers.
- Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" with "suitably sequenced" planning that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with a "strong culture" where staff are well-trained and respond quickly to concerns.
Areas to improve
- Information shared with teachers regarding the learning needs of pupils with SEND "lacks precision," and recommended strategies are not always used consistently.
- Expectations for how pupils present their work have "lapsed," resulting in work that is often "untidy or left unfinished."
- Science requires "further development," though leaders recognise the necessary steps to achieve this.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff understanding their responsibilities and electronic procedures enabling prompt sharing of concerns with designated leaders.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 42.0 |
| 2024/25 | 45.4 |
| 2025/26 | 39.6 |
| 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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