Hewett Academy

URN: 142059 • Norwich NR1 2PL

Overview

Name
Hewett Academy
URN
142059
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
INSPIRATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Antony Little (since 2021)
Previous head
Lucy Austin
Telephone
01603531564
Website
Visit
Address
Cecil Road, Norwich NR1 2PL

Summary

Hewett Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Norwich, Norfolk, with an enrolment of 488 students and a capacity of 750. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes the creative arts alongside traditional academic subjects. The school is equipped with extensive facilities, including a new £2 million sports centre, professional sports pitches, and a theatre, which support a well-rounded educational experience.

The academy promotes a strong sense of community through its House System, encouraging student unity and healthy competition via various events. Hewett Academy is committed to fostering personal and professional development, providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities and showcase their talents, such as in sports and the arts.

Hewett Academy also prioritises inclusivity and support for all students, recently achieving recognition as a "school of sanctuary." With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (35.7%), the academy actively works to create an environment where all learners can thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.inspirationtrust.org/hewettacademy.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INSPIRATION TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
488
Boys
259
Girls
229
FSM %
35.70
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Norfolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 488 259 229 750 35.70
2024-09-11 422 216 206 1493 36.50
2023-09-11 289 139 150 1493 41.80
2022-09-11 289 139 150 1493 41.80
2021-09-11 298 146 152 1493 41.30
2020-09-11 297 137 160 1493 34.10

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