The Nicholas Hamond Academy

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

Swaffham, PE377DZ Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
42.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: -0.55
English & Maths grade 4+ %
43.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 40.0%
Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
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
2 December 2021
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Brandon Road
Swaffham, PE377DZ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138918
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Brandon Road, Swaffham, PE37 7DZ
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ACADEMY TRANSFORMATION TRUST
Capacity
840 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
687
Free School Meals
29.1% (200 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.0% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
33.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
43 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
86
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
687 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"One Team – determined to be the best that we can be."

One Team Equality, understanding and acceptance

The academy is committed to developing understanding, respect and appreciation of different religions, ethnicity, disabilities, sexual orientation and socio-economic backgrounds; promoting equality and diversity.

Head Teacher's Message

TNHA is an aspirational 11–16 school where students are awesome and staff are passionate; the Principal aims to provide the best educational experience, motivate and inspire students, and help them develop the skills needed for future success.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh

Curriculum Highlights

Leaders of Our Own Learning (LOOL) – non-examined citizenship/PSHE-based course

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Space for 168 Year 7 pupils in September 2025; apply via the Local Authority by the application closing date of 31 October 2024; late applications will be considered after on-time applications; if a place is allocated, the Principal will contact you with induction details; for in-year admissions, an Admissions Panel reviews applications and you have a right to appeal.

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