Ormiston Victory Academy
Norwich, NR5 0PX · Norfolk · secondary school
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25th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.0/10 against 878 of them, against 4.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 40.0 · 37 | 46% | 1.73 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.12 · 58 | 38% | 2.25 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 42.6 · 32 | 15% | 0.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ormiston Victory Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.6% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 45.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.12 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils went on an Iceland trip in 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,517 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,250. 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 267, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? How does the Progress 8 score of +0.12 translate into individual support for students aiming for higher grades? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Ormiston Victory Academy
Overview
Ormiston Victory Academy is described as an "ambitious place" where pupils "enjoy attending" and make "good progress through the curriculum." The inspection highlights a calm environment with high expectations for behaviour, resulting in pupils who are "respectful and kind" and whose personal development is deemed "exemplary."
Strengths
- The curriculum design has a "positive impact on pupils’ knowledge and understanding," with recent changes enabling more pupils to access the English Baccalaureate.
- Personal development is "exemplary," supported by "highly effective" personal, social, health and economic education and extensive opportunities for participation in activities such as performing arts and clubs.
- The school responds effectively to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, using clear information sharing and specific "nurture" provision to support achievement.
- Reading is prioritised, with interventions ensuring struggling pupils make "rapid progress towards becoming fluent and confident readers."
- Staff feel valued due to professional development opportunities and consideration of their workload, fostering strong relationships within the school community.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the presentation of content and checking of knowledge is not consistent, leading to gaps in some pupils’ understanding and written work; the school should ensure teaching is adapted to meet curriculum aims in all subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.5 |
| 2024/25 | 45.3 |
| 2025/26 | 42.6 |
| 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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