The Open Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Norfolk. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Open Academy.

Norwich, NR79DL Ofsted: Good Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

46

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
44.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.46
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 52.5%
Continue in education or training
24.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 32.0%
Sustained employment
81.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 42.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
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
28 March 2023
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Salhouse Road
Norwich, NR79DL
Phone
1603481640
Website
open-academy.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
135650
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Salhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9DL
Website
http://www.open-academy.org.uk/
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
750 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Norwich
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
578
Free School Meals
37.8% (218 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.7% (33 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.6%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
39.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
32.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
42.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Not in Education or Work
16.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
26%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
19 students
Per cohort

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
32 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
64
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
578 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)

Strong performance in 1 subject

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"COURAGE IN EVERY STEP, FAITH IN EVERY JOURNEY"

Hard Work Perseverance Aspiration Thankfulness Courage Service Humility Leadership Respect Integrity Forgiveness Team Work

Open Academy is a Church of England academy rooted in the belief that every young person deserves to experience “life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). Its Christian ethos emphasizes ambition, service, a positive attitude and transformation, and it welcomes students of all faiths or none.

Head Teacher's Message

A warm, welcoming message from Principal Dan Bagshaw, emphasising education’s transformative power, inclusivity, Christian ethos, and a commitment to helping every child flourish and reach their full potential.

Facilities

3G pitch (hire through Norfolk FA) Two SRB classrooms SRB sensory room SRB lavatory reserved for SRB pupils

Curriculum Highlights

PSHE is included in the National Curriculum and taught to all students (Years 7-11). Careers education and guidance are integrated into PSHCEE. A one-week work experience placement is provided at the end of Year 10. The school supports English as an Additional Language (EAL) with initial assessments and curriculum integration.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are managed by Norfolk County Council; Open Academy has a pupil admissions number of 110.

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