Norton Canes High School
URN: 124395 • Cannock WS11 9SP
Overview
- Name
- Norton Canes High School
- URN
- 124395
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 38.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Diggory (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01543622600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Burntwood Road, Cannock WS11 9SP
Summary
Norton Canes High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Cannock, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 439 pupils against a capacity of 724. The school prides itself on its inclusive environment, fostering individual talent and potential while catering to the diverse needs of its students. The ethos of the school is built around the values of pride, kindness, respect, achievement, and teamwork, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere where every student can thrive.
The curriculum at Norton Canes is broad and continually reviewed to ensure it meets the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on academic attainment and personal development, preparing students for future educational and employment opportunities. In addition to a robust academic framework, pupils benefit from extensive social and emotional support, with dedicated staff available to assist them.
Community engagement is central to the school's mission, with strong links to local organisations, universities, and cultural institutions. Norton Canes High School actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities and community events, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among students and their families.
The curriculum at Norton Canes is broad and continually reviewed to ensure it meets the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on academic attainment and personal development, preparing students for future educational and employment opportunities. In addition to a robust academic framework, pupils benefit from extensive social and emotional support, with dedicated staff available to assist them.
Community engagement is central to the school's mission, with strong links to local organisations, universities, and cultural institutions. Norton Canes High School actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities and community events, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among students and their families.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- 15 Oct 2025 6th Form Open Evening View Details (calendar)
- 17 Oct 2025 Enrichment Day View Details (calendar)
- 13 Oct 2025 Parent Clinic View Details (calendar)
- School Prospectus Read More (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies and Documents (other)
- Inclusion (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Cardinal Griffin Catholic College (56.6)
- Cannock Chase High School (55.9)
- Kingsmead School (55.6)
- Staffordshire University Academy (50.9)
- Blake Valley Technology College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 724
- Pupils
- 439
- Boys
- 240
- Girls
- 199
- FSM %
- 34.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 439 | 240 | 199 | 724 | 34.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 449 | 240 | 209 | 724 | 33.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 492 | 280 | 212 | 724 | 22.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 492 | 280 | 212 | 724 | 22.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 490 | 274 | 216 | 724 | 21.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 470 | 252 | 218 | 724 | 16.20 |
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