Marshland High School

URN: 142396 • Wisbech PE14 7HA

Overview

Name
Marshland High School
URN
142396
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WEST NORFOLK ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Craig Jansen (since 2025)
Telephone
01945584146
Website
Visit
Address
School Road, Wisbech PE14 7HA

Summary

Marshland High School, located in Wisbech, Norfolk, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 808 students, just shy of its capacity of 810. The school prides itself on being an inclusive community that prioritises the individual needs of each student. Core values such as Respect, Responsibility, Kindness, Honesty, and Perseverance are central to the school's ethos, fostering an environment conducive to personal and academic growth.

The school is recognised for its strong academic performance, consistently achieving excellent GCSE results. Marshland High encourages students to engage in a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including music, arts, and sports, which contribute to developing well-rounded individuals. The curriculum is designed to challenge students while providing cultural opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.

Marshland High School aims to be a cornerstone of the local community, preparing students for life in modern Britain. The school maintains open communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, ensuring that every child is supported in reaching their full potential.

Key details

LA
Norfolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WEST NORFOLK ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
810
Pupils
808
Boys
409
Girls
399
FSM %
24.90
Open date
2015-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 808 409 399 810 24.90
2024-09-11 824 419 405 810 25.40
2023-09-11 835 418 417 810 22.40
2022-09-11 835 418 417 810 22.40
2021-09-11 823 412 411 810 20.40
2020-09-11 773 395 378 810 16.90

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