Aylsham High School

A good foundation school school in Norfolk. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Aylsham High School.

Norwich, NR116AN Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

63

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
58.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 0.21
English & Maths grade 4+ %
59.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 70.3%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
15 October 2014
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Sir Williams Lane
Aylsham
Norwich, NR116AN
Phone
1263733270
Website
aylshamhigh.com/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
121164
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Address
Sir Williams Lane, Aylsham, Norwich, NR11 6AN
Website
http://www.aylshamhigh.com/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
The Aylsham Cluster Trust
Capacity
1,025 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,118
Free School Meals
18.0% (201 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.1% (46 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.8%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
29.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
47.6 (+28.2 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
70.3 (+18.3 vs average)
Attainment 8:
49.0 (+9.5 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.21 (+0.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
31 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
186
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,118 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning Together for Excellence"

Self – help Self – responsibility Democracy Equality Equity Solidarity Openness Honesty Social responsibility Caring for others

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Executive Headteacher Duncan Spalding describing Aylsham High School as a popular, high-performing, inclusive comprehensive school with a strong sense of community and leadership opportunities for students.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh Eco Group Young Chamber

Sports

Team games Swimming Badminton Tennis

Curriculum Highlights

Core Curriculum (KS4): English language and literature, Maths, Double award Science, Geography or history, French KS3 core subjects (years 7–9) and optional subjects (years 7–8) with a two-year model before KS4 Optional curriculum includes a wide range of subjects (e.g., art, graphics, textiles, food, design technology, business studies, PE) and opportunities to study overseas (Italy, Iceland, Canada) Core Knowledge approach to learning with online tools (Quizlet, Carousel Learning, Seneca) and emphasis on homework and retrieval practice Homework policy and expectations across KS3 and KS4 to support independent learning and target setting Assessment and reporting via SIMS Parent/Student systems with progress checks and feedback geared towards growth mindset Overseas visits and enrichment as part of the curriculum, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme (Bronze, Silver, Gold) The curriculum is designed around a spiral curriculum to build on prior knowledge and adapt as students progress to KS4

SEND Provision

Aylsham High School takes a whole-school inclusive approach to SEND; EHCPs have annual reviews; staff receive regular safeguarding and child protection training; dedicated SEND team; focus on early intervention and family support; trained Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) identified by pink lanyards.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions decisions are based on priority: 1) Children with an EHCP or SEN named the school; 2) Children in public care or adopted from care transferring; 3) Siblings at the school; 4) Children transferring from the local catchment area; 5) Children of staff with permanent contracts; 6) Children from Aylsham Cluster schools outside catchment; 7) Other applicants by proximity to the school.

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