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Northgate High School
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- Dereham NR19 2EU
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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 | Good |
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Academic Progress: The curriculum enables pupils to achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils respond to high expectations by acting responsibly.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff training is a priority and there are a range of opportunities available for staff to progress their career.
Opportunities for Involvement: Opportunities include involvement in the eco group, school council, and sixth-form senate.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to share opinions on their child's school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders engage with staff to ensure workload is manageable and focus on staff well-being.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is infrequent; pupils feel safe and trust the school's pastoral team.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective systems are in place for reporting welfare concerns; rigorous pre-employment checks are completed.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular activities including charity events and leadership opportunities.
Career Counselling Services: Careers education is prioritised at all key stages with access to independent advice.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective provision for pupils with SEND at all key stages.
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Northgate High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 1160 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Thanks for visiting Northgate High School. We hope that parents and potential students will feel at home at our school. We recognise that choosing the ideal educational setting for your child is a crucial part of laying a successful foundation for their future. Our school was established with the goal of enabling every learner to reach their full potential, and we work hard to increase student aspirations and performance. We take seriously our responsibility to equip young people for a changing world where character and personal integrity are just as important as academic achievement. Our goal is to instil in our pupils a passion for education and a drive for success in all its forms. Our school is extremely proud of its students and all that they have accomplished both inside and outside of the classroom. We are fully devoted to offering a setting that is energising, encouraging, and intellectually challenging, as well as one that develops the whole person via a variety of opportunities and activities. We at Northgate High School are committed to fostering students' social and emotional growth. We are pleased with how well staff and students get along and appreciate one other. Our thorough transition and induction programmes make it possible for pupils to adapt quickly and to feel comfortable and secure. We are eager to collaborate with you and your kid. We also encourage any inquiries and visits to observe how our school operates.
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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 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16 | - | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 31% | 98% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.90% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.30 | 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 | 42.6 | 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 | 31% | 27.37% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 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 | 14% | 27.3% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 9.71% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 14.55% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.52 | 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 | 94% | 87.16% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 79.79% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 39.27% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 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 | 9% | 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 | -0.02 | 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 | 44.9 | 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 | 43% | 30.19% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 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 | 15% | 26.78% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 11.14% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 16.73% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.74 | 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 | 95% | 92.5% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 87.73% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 27.06% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.66% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 34% 12 | 28.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 8 | 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 | 18% | 25.91% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 4 | 9.71% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 6 | 15.03% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.65 | 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 | 94% | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 155 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 40.91% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 25.41% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 10.54% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 46% 6 | 23.92% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 15 | 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 | 22% | 21.14% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 8 | 7.8% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 3 | 11.92% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.91 | 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 | 93% | 80.34% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 34.3% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 25.57% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 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 | -0.31 | 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 | 42.3 | 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 | 40% | 24.7% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 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 | 36% | 20.87% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 10.74% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 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 | 93% | 80.8% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 57.66% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 37% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 25.1% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.34% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 31.14 | 30.69 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.82 | 30.35 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.90% | 11.98% | 13.64% |
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 | 159 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 48.88% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 7.48% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 28.96% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 9.84% | 9.05% |
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 | 34.84 | 35.18 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.41 | 33.15 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.7% | 15.89% | 17.69% |
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 | 189 | 301 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 53.36% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.92% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 24.16% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.48% | 10.7% |
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 | 31.81 | 29.87 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.27 2 | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.8% | 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 | 190 | 250 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 47.48% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.48% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 | 31.49 2 | 29.14 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.71 6 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.1% | 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 | 58 | 42.84% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 26.28% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 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 | 33.29 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.38 | 24.77 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.0% | 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 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 62 | 51.77% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 26.91% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 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 |
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16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Northgate High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
