Hellesdon High School
URN: 138039 • Norwich NR6 5SB
Overview
- Name
- Hellesdon High School
- URN
- 138039
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE WENSUM TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mike Earl (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01603424711
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 187 Middletons Lane, Norwich NR6 5SB
Summary
Hellesdon High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Norwich, Norfolk, with a current enrollment of 1,523 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,290. As part of the Wensum Trust, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that fosters academic achievement and personal development. The school is committed to inclusivity, with 26.10% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its engagement with the local community.
The curriculum at Hellesdon High School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, preparing students for future challenges. The school offers a range of subjects and extracurricular activities aimed at enhancing students' skills and interests. This approach not only promotes academic success but also encourages personal growth and social responsibility among students.
Hellesdon High School values community involvement and strives to create strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. This collaborative ethos aims to support students' educational journeys and ensure they are well-equipped for their future endeavors. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.hellesdon.net.
The curriculum at Hellesdon High School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, preparing students for future challenges. The school offers a range of subjects and extracurricular activities aimed at enhancing students' skills and interests. This approach not only promotes academic success but also encourages personal growth and social responsibility among students.
Hellesdon High School values community involvement and strives to create strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. This collaborative ethos aims to support students' educational journeys and ensure they are well-equipped for their future endeavors. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.hellesdon.net.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- HHS Calendar (calendar)
- HHS News (calendar)
- 10 OctThe Shoebox Squad Appeal (calendar)
- HHS Newsletter (calendar)
- PE Blog (calendar)
- School Production (calendar)
- Weekly Bulletin (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Hethersett Academy (75.2)
- Ormiston Victory Academy (72.7)
- Notre Dame High School, Norwich (70.2)
- Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form (70.2)
- Notre Dame High School, Norwich (67.7)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE WENSUM TRUST
- Capacity
- 1290
- Pupils
- 1523
- Boys
- 821
- Girls
- 702
- FSM %
- 26.10
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1523 | 821 | 702 | 1290 | 26.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1581 | 850 | 731 | 1290 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1568 | 863 | 705 | 1290 | 21.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1568 | 863 | 705 | 1290 | 21.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1549 | 841 | 708 | 1290 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1572 | 853 | 719 | 1290 | 15.70 |
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