Norton Canes High School

A requires improvement community school school in Staffordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Norton Canes High School.

Cannock, WS119SP Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
43.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.49
English & Maths grade 4+ %
44.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 41.0%
Continue in education or training
43.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 50.0%
Sustained employment
69.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 35.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
30 April 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Burntwood Road
Norton Canes
Cannock, WS119SP
Phone
1543622600
Website
nortoncaneshighschool.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
124395
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Burntwood Road, Norton Canes, Cannock, WS11 9SP
Website
http://www.nortoncaneshighschool.co.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
724 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
449
Free School Meals
35.6% (160 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
7.3% (33 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
36.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
50.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
35.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Not in Education or Work
12.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
50%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
26 students
Per cohort

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
28 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
56
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
449 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

History (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(9 students)
English Literature (GCE A level)
★ ★★★★
(7 students)

Strong performance in 2 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Norton Canes High School will provide an excellent education where all students fulfil their potential, regardless of ability or background."

Pride Kindness Respect Achievement Teamwork

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Sarah Diggory describes Norton Canes High School as an inclusive, high-expectations community that values every pupil, focuses on personalised education, strong social and emotional support, and close links with universities and local partners to prepare for life beyond school.

Facilities

Purpose-built theatre Fitness suite Mindfulness garden Post-16 study centre

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum designed to be ambitious, rich, varied and diverse across KS3-5 Three-year Key Stage 3 and full breadth of subjects in line with the National Curriculum GCSE options offered at Key Stage 4 over two years, with opportunities to study a range of GCSE and related qualifications Key Stage 5 offers a range of Level 3 courses with a PATH programme and work experience placements Curriculum aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks and includes impartial careers guidance and exposure to apprenticeships and university links Enrichment opportunities woven into the curriculum and opportunities for student leadership (e.g., Student Council)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

We have trained professionals who will work with students identified with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities). We also have a growing team of staff and external agencies who work with students and families to support issues in relation to attendance, behaviour and wellbeing.

Admissions Criteria

The admission number for the September 2024 intake has been set at 120. If the number of applications for admissions can be accommodated within the pupil admission number, all parental requests will be granted. We will always endeavour to accommodate your child wherever possible. Entry at Year 7 is via online application; applications for other year groups use an In-Year Application form.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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