Wymondham High Academy
URN: 137461 • Wymondham NR18 0QT
Overview
- Name
- Wymondham High Academy
- URN
- 137461
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ENRICH LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Smith (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01953602078
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Folly Road, Wymondham NR18 0QT
Summary
Wymondham High Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Wymondham, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 1,639 students and a capacity of 1,610. As an academy converter, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility, demonstrate determination, and act with humility. The school’s ethos emphasizes high expectations and aims to help every student achieve their full potential through a challenging and creative curriculum.
The academy offers a diverse range of over 36 A-Level and vocational courses in its Sixth Form, focusing on academic excellence and preparing students for future opportunities. The dedicated staff provide tailored support and guidance, ensuring that students are well-equipped for higher education and career pathways. Additionally, Wymondham High Academy prioritizes pastoral care, fostering a culture where students feel safe and valued.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain firsthand insight into its vibrant community and educational offerings. The school actively promotes engagement through tours and open events, allowing families to explore the facilities and meet staff and current students.
The academy offers a diverse range of over 36 A-Level and vocational courses in its Sixth Form, focusing on academic excellence and preparing students for future opportunities. The dedicated staff provide tailored support and guidance, ensuring that students are well-equipped for higher education and career pathways. Additionally, Wymondham High Academy prioritizes pastoral care, fostering a culture where students feel safe and valued.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to gain firsthand insight into its vibrant community and educational offerings. The school actively promotes engagement through tours and open events, allowing families to explore the facilities and meet staff and current students.
Useful links
- School Governors (governance)
- Report a School Absence (sen)
- SEND and Equality (sen)
- Sixth Form Attendance & Absence (sen)
- Please click this link to view Aptitude Information. (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Sixth Form Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions Information Link (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Wymondham College (71.0)
- Wymondham College (70.2)
- Wymondham High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ENRICH LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1610
- Pupils
- 1639
- Boys
- 803
- Girls
- 836
- FSM %
- 16.60
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1639 | 803 | 836 | 1610 | 16.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1602 | 787 | 815 | 1610 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1682 | 859 | 823 | 1610 | 9.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1682 | 859 | 823 | 1610 | 9.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1712 | 891 | 821 | 1610 | 9.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1623 | 836 | 787 | 1610 | 6.90 |
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