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Harford Manor School, Norwich
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Harford Manor School, Norwich
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- Norwich NR2 2LN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress with personalized learning goals.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils understand clear expectations and receive firm, sensitive support to make positive choices.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff act quickly to de-escalate potential incidents when pupils become anxious or upset.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers routinely adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of each pupil.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers integrate signing, symbols, and sensory stories, improving communication skills.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Skilled staff teach pupils to manage emotions; some activities need better alignment with pupils' needs.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Daily communication books engage parents about their children’s education and welfare.
Communication with Parents: Many parents are positive, but some express frustration about communication arrangements.
Parent Satisfaction: A small number of parents expressed frustration about aspects such as communication.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts well, providing apt support and challenge.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders reshaped the curriculum based on 'Harford Strands', adapting it for individual needs effectively.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils rarely experience bullying and trust staff to provide effective support.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils' behaviour improves over time with strategies for emotion management.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High-quality pastoral care includes strategies for safety, self-care, and dealing with new social situations.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils have opportunities to experience life in the local community, including visits to supermarkets and working in a charity shop.
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils receive suitable careers advice and purposeful work experience.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Sixth-form students learn important knowledge about adulthood, preparing for the next stage of their lives.
Support for SEND: The school provides personalized learning goals (PLGs) for each pupil, effectively meeting individual needs.
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Harford Manor School, Norwich is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 100 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-19 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.1 | 4.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 46.19% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 3.88% | 7.4% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -7 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 55.04% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.78% | 9.69% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.7 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 89 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 51.55% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.5% | 9.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 83 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 46.88% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.77% | 8.17% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 27.37% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.67% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 27.3% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.71% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.55% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.73 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 87.16% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.79% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.27% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.75% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.29% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.43% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 30.19% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.51% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 26.78% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.14% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.73% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.81 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 92.5% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 7 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 87.73% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 27.06% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 11.66% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.39% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 28.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.56% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 25.91% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.71% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.03% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.82 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 40.91% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.41% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.54% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.81% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 23.92% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.69% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 21.14% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.8% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.92% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.42 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 80.34% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.3% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.57% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.66% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 24.7% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 38.88% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 20.87% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.74% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.91% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 80.8% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 7 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.66% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.1% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.34% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Harford Manor School, Norwich
Local authority ratio 18 : 1