The Free School Norwich
URN: 136821 • Norwich NR1 3NX
Overview
- Name
- The Free School Norwich
- URN
- 136821
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FREE SCHOOL NORWICH
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Darren Webster (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01603761044
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kings House, Norwich NR1 3NX
Summary
The Free School Norwich is a mixed primary free school located in the heart of Norwich, accommodating 185 pupils with a capacity for 196. The school operates a single-form entry system and follows a unique six-term structure, each lasting six weeks, which includes a four-week summer break. The school emphasizes a positive learning environment where empathy, kindness, and respect are integral to its ethos.
The curriculum at The Free School Norwich encourages independent inquiry and curiosity, incorporating diverse learning experiences, including drama and meaningful activities. The school also places a strong emphasis on British values, teaching students about the rule of law, democracy, and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs.
To support working parents, the school offers an extended service from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm during term time and operates a holiday club run by Premier Sports. The school community is welcoming to children of all abilities and backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and support for every pupil.
The curriculum at The Free School Norwich encourages independent inquiry and curiosity, incorporating diverse learning experiences, including drama and meaningful activities. The school also places a strong emphasis on British values, teaching students about the rule of law, democracy, and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs.
To support working parents, the school offers an extended service from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm during term time and operates a holiday club run by Premier Sports. The school community is welcoming to children of all abilities and backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and support for every pupil.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- British Values (other)
- Houses (other)
- Mission and Ethos (other)
- Our School Day (other)
- Welcome (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FREE SCHOOL NORWICH
- Capacity
- 196
- Pupils
- 185
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 92
- FSM %
- 20.00
- Open date
- 2011-09-05
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 185 | 93 | 92 | 196 | 20.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 191 | 94 | 97 | 196 | 19.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 183 | 91 | 92 | 196 | 18.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 183 | 91 | 92 | 196 | 18.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 176 | 89 | 87 | 196 | 18.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 174 | 96 | 78 | 196 | 14.90 |
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