The Thetford Academy

URN: 136204 • Thetford IP24 1LH

Overview

Name
The Thetford Academy
URN
136204
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
INSPIRATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Fordham (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01842754875
Website
Visit
Address
Croxton Road, Thetford IP24 1LH

Summary

The Thetford Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Thetford, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 1,361 pupils and a capacity of 2,050. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with a thorough understanding of the world and prepare them for future challenges. The school values academic achievement alongside cultural pursuits, offering a wide range of extracurricular activities in music, art, drama, and sport.

The academy prioritizes character development, fostering values and habits that encourage students to contribute positively to their community. The Thomas Paine Sixth Form, part of the academy, provides a supportive environment for post-16 education, focusing on personalized learning and pastoral care.

Thetford Academy is committed to the holistic development of its students, as evidenced by its recent successes in GCSE and A-Level results. The school actively engages with the local community and promotes a spirit of collaboration through various events and initiatives. For parents considering Thetford Academy for their children, open evenings are scheduled to provide insights into the school's offerings and facilities.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
INSPIRATION TRUST
Capacity
2050
Pupils
1361
Boys
675
Girls
686
FSM %
30.70
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1361 675 686 2050 30.70
2024-09-11 1305 631 674 2050 29.10
2023-09-11 1161 558 603 1500 25.40
2022-09-11 1161 558 603 1500 25.40
2021-09-11 1130 553 577 2050 21.80
2020-09-11 1121 565 556 2050 18.10

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