Wymondham College
URN: 136481 • Wymondham NR18 9SZ
Overview
- Name
- Wymondham College
- URN
- 136481
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SAPIENTIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andy Robinson (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01953609000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Golf Links Road, Wymondham NR18 9SZ
Summary
Wymondham College is a mixed secondary academy located in Wymondham, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 1,441 pupils, surpassing its capacity of 1,258. The college is noted for its diverse community, hosting students from over 40 countries and offering both day and boarding options. It is the largest co-educational state boarding school in the UK and has been graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.
The college provides a holistic education that emphasizes not only academic success but also personal development, wellbeing, and resilience. With a focus on fostering a supportive environment, Wymondham College encourages students to thrive both in and out of the classroom. The curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity and confidence, preparing students for future challenges.
Wymondham College also offers extensive support services, including special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) assistance, and a dedicated 'Futures Programme' to guide students in their career paths. The college's beautiful 83-acre campus enhances the learning experience, making it a vibrant community for all students.
The college provides a holistic education that emphasizes not only academic success but also personal development, wellbeing, and resilience. With a focus on fostering a supportive environment, Wymondham College encourages students to thrive both in and out of the classroom. The curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity and confidence, preparing students for future challenges.
Wymondham College also offers extensive support services, including special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) assistance, and a dedicated 'Futures Programme' to guide students in their career paths. The college's beautiful 83-acre campus enhances the learning experience, making it a vibrant community for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wymondham College (70.2)
- Wymondham High Academy (62.6)
- Wymondham High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SAPIENTIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1258
- Pupils
- 1441
- Boys
- 707
- Girls
- 734
- FSM %
- 8.80
- Open date
- 2011-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1441 | 707 | 734 | 1258 | 8.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1434 | 692 | 742 | 1258 | 8.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1426 | 729 | 697 | 1258 | 6.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1426 | 729 | 697 | 1258 | 6.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1415 | 730 | 685 | 1258 | 5.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1407 | 711 | 696 | 1258 | 4.80 |
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