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The Nicholas Hamond Academy
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- Swaffham PE37 7DZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Almost all pupils move successfully to the next stage of their education or employment.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Teachers have high expectations of pupil behavior, creating a calm school environment.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are almost all experts in their subjects; they still develop their knowledge and skills further through wide training opportunities.
Current Educational Practices: The school encourages continuous development of educational practices.
Strengths and Challenges: Detailed planning benefits teaching; however, a minority of subjects need better clarity in planning.
Communication: School leaders have not always communicated effectively with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents feel frustrated due to lack of timely and relevant information.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors and trustees check carefully that the school supports all pupils.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders designed an ambitious curriculum and improved reading approaches.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils know who to talk to if bullying happens and are confident it will be dealt with.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Clear safeguarding systems and vigilant culture ensure pupil safety.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils participate in a well-planned range of clubs and trips.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils are proud to undertake leadership roles in the school.
Career Counselling Services: All pupils receive effective careers advice from school staff.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school supports pupils with SEND effectively, ensuring they access the same curriculum as peers.
Subjects Offered: Almost every pupil chooses to study a modern foreign language and either history or geography during key stage 4.
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The Nicholas Hamond Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 687 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | - | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 22% | 98% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 11.90% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.50 | 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 | 35.7 | 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 | 22% | 27.37% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% | 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 | 72% | 27.3% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 9.71% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 14.55% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 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 | 88% | 87.16% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 118 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 79.79% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 39.27% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 18% | 25.75% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.29% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 11% | 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 | -0.14 | 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 | 41.9 | 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 | 37% | 30.19% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 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 | 36% | 26.78% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 11.14% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 16.73% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.63 | 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 | 92% | 92.5% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 118 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 87.73% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 27.06% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.66% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 38 | 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% 10 | 28.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 2 | 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 | 76% | 25.91% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 5 | 9.71% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 3 | 15.03% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.46 | 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 | 92% | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 102 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 40.91% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 25.41% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.54% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 37.6 | 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 | 18% 13 | 23.92% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 3 | 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 | 53% | 21.14% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 10 | 7.8% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 2 | 11.92% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.26 | 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 | 96% | 80.34% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 75 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 34.3% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 43.1 | 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 | 31% | 24.7% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 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 | 49% | 20.87% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.74% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 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 | 99% | 80.8% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 83 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.66% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 25.1% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.8% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.34% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 20.65 3 | 29.87 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.57% | 13.04% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 33 | 250 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 42% | 47.48% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 7.48% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 11.16% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 23.25 4 | 29.14 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.17 4 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 11.99% | 13.34% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 42.84% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.28% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.84% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 19.13 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.83 | 24.77 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.85% | 12.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 51.77% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.91% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.23% |
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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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Nicholas Hamond Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
