Hethersett Academy
Norwich, NR9 3DB · Norfolk · secondary school
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1st 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 — 9.2/10 against 693 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 70.9 · 91 | 30% | 2.72 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 1.13 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 55.5 · 86 | 10% | 0.86 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hethersett Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 59.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +1.13 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2022-11.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Basketball Academy, play Netball or Rugby, and participate in Music Lessons, Battle of the Bands, Piano Competitions, the Annual Music Competition, Carol Service, Little Shop of Horrors, and Oliver!.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,250 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,350. 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 in maintaining their high Progress 8 scores through Key Stage 4? What specific support is available for students aiming to join the Basketball Academy or perform in major productions like Oliver!? How does the school ensure consistent teaching quality following its 2022-11 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hethersett Academy
Overview
Hethersett Academy continues to be an outstanding school where pupils flourish and attend regularly. The report highlights a broad, balanced curriculum and exceptionally high expectations for behaviour, resulting in a positive environment where bullying is rare and staff support is effective.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high expectations of their own behaviour, respect others, and value learning time, with staff dealing effectively with any incidents of bullying.
- The curriculum is broad and balanced, with leaders adapting high-quality plans to help pupils build knowledge logically and access a wide variety of high-quality texts.
- Teachers use effective checks, such as quizzes and prompt feedback, to ensure pupils understand new ideas and build on previous learning.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities achieve exceptionally well due to tailored lessons and clear support processes.
- Staff report reduced workloads and strong support for well-being, while leaders maintain a robust culture of safeguarding and close collaboration with external agencies.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a thorough and robust culture where staff receive regular training to spot concerns and leaders quickly act on emerging trends.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 58.2 |
| 2024/25 | 59.0 |
| 2025/26 | 55.5 |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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