Norwich School

A other independent school school in Norfolk. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Norwich School.

Norwich, NR14DD Age 3-18 Mixed intake
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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%

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Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
71A The Close
Norwich, NR14DD
Phone
1603728430
Website
norwich-school.org.uk/

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
121242
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
71A The Close, Norwich, NR1 4DD
Website
http://www.norwich-school.org.uk/
Age range
3-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Christian
School status
Open
Capacity
1,250 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,194

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
38 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
75
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,194 pupils
3-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(10 students)
Mathematics (Further) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(14 students)
Classical Civilisation (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(7 students)
Computer Studies/Computing (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(6 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

inclusion love compassion

Located in Norwich Cathedral Close; assemblies in Norwich Cathedral; values include love, inclusion and compassion.

Head Teacher's Message

The Head emphasizes Norwich School’s Cathedral Close heritage, a warm, inclusive community, leadership and service, and a world‑class education that prepares pupils for 21st‑century life.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Athletics Cricket Cross Country Dance Football Hockey Netball Rowing Rugby Sailing Tennis Other Sports

Facilities

Lower School extension (Patrick Smith Building) with six classrooms focusing on STEM, design, an art studio, computer science and an engineering suite; dance studio; improved visitors’ reception with views towards Norwich Cathedral.

Curriculum Highlights

Academic Excellence scholarship programme Music (Making Musicians) scholarship Sport scholarship Art & Design scholarship (16+ entry) Performing Arts scholarship (16+ entry) Norfolk Sixth Form Scholarship Scheme

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Lower School Extended Care includes: Breakfast Club 07:30–08:00 (£3); After School Club 16:00–17:00 (cost varies by year group; e.g., Pre-Reception £7; Reception–U3 £0); Extended Day 17:00–18:00 (£7).

Admissions Criteria

Our principal entry points are at ages 3+, 4+, 7+, 9+, 11+, 13+ and 16+. The Lower School has flexibility to accommodate pupils outside of the major entry points and at the Senior School we do accept a small number of pupils at 12+ (where spaces allow) and 14+.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

Lower School Fees 2025/26 from 1 September 2025: Pre-Reception £3,700 per term (£11,100 per annum); Infants Reception–Year 2 £5,064 per term (£15,192 per annum); Lower School Years 3–6 £7,242 per term (£21,726 per annum). Senior School Fees 2025/26: Years 7–13 £8,142 per term (£24,426 per annum). Additional fees: Registration £95; Acceptance deposit £600; External exams (GCSE ~£650 per candidate; A Level ~£450 per candidate). Lunch charges: Senior School £6.25 per day; Lower School £6.00 per day. BNO fees: £2,500 one-off plus £600 ahead of first term. Fee payment via BACS/online or School Fee Plan available.

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