UET Pathfinder Academy
URN: 140753 • Norwich NR10 5JW
Overview
- Name
- UET Pathfinder Academy
- URN
- 140753
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNITY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephen Plume (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01603737764
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Douglas Bader School, Norwich NR10 5JW
Summary
UET Pathfinder Academy, located in Norwich, Norfolk, is an alternative provision academy catering to students aged 5 to 16 who do not have a mainstream school placement. With a current enrolment of 335 pupils and a capacity of 350, the academy is committed to providing high-quality education tailored to the needs of its students. The school operates across multiple sites in the county, ensuring accessibility and support for local communities.
The academy's ethos centres on raising aspirations and fulfilling the potential of every child. UET Pathfinder Academy believes that all students are capable of achieving great things and strives to offer an inclusive environment where individual needs are met. The curriculum is designed to engage and motivate pupils, helping them to develop academically and personally.
With a significant percentage of students (67.8%) eligible for free school meals, the academy places a strong emphasis on support and community involvement. Parents can find information about admissions, term dates, and school policies on the academy's website, which also features updates on school news and events.
The academy's ethos centres on raising aspirations and fulfilling the potential of every child. UET Pathfinder Academy believes that all students are capable of achieving great things and strives to offer an inclusive environment where individual needs are met. The curriculum is designed to engage and motivate pupils, helping them to develop academically and personally.
With a significant percentage of students (67.8%) eligible for free school meals, the academy places a strong emphasis on support and community involvement. Parents can find information about admissions, term dates, and school policies on the academy's website, which also features updates on school news and events.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Reading Overview (download)
- Staff Information Board (other)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Headteachers Welcome (other)
- Statutory Policies and Publishing Requirements (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Clare School (66.1)
- The Parkside School, Norwich (63.1)
- The Wherry School (58.4)
- Acorn Park School (56.4)
- All Saints School (55.8)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNITY EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 350
- Pupils
- 335
- Boys
- 208
- Girls
- 127
- FSM %
- 67.80
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 335 | 208 | 127 | 350 | 67.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 362 | 246 | 116 | 350 | 62.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 290 | 219 | 71 | 350 | 61.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 290 | 219 | 71 | 350 | 61.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 330 | 247 | 83 | 250 | 60.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 337 | 250 | 87 | 250 | 46.90 |
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