Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form
URN: 143278 • Norwich NR7 0XS
Overview
- Name
- Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form
- URN
- 143278
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BROAD HORIZONS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Penny Bignell (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01603497711
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Laundry Lane, Norwich NR7 0XS
Summary
Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, located in Norwich, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,834 pupils and a capacity of 1,892. The school is committed to providing an ambitious curriculum that aims for excellence for all students, regardless of their background or ability. It has been rated 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted in April 2025, highlighting a positive environment where pupils feel valued and safe.
The school fosters a supportive community, encouraging students to engage fully in their education and develop into lifelong learners. Thorpe St Andrew promotes core values of aspiration, respect, and engagement, aiming to inspire students to take pride in their achievements and contribute positively to society.
In addition to its secondary education, the school offers a well-established Sixth Form with approximately 400 students, providing a range of courses and opportunities for personal development. The school prioritises a caring atmosphere, actively addressing issues such as bullying to ensure a safe learning environment for all.
The school fosters a supportive community, encouraging students to engage fully in their education and develop into lifelong learners. Thorpe St Andrew promotes core values of aspiration, respect, and engagement, aiming to inspire students to take pride in their achievements and contribute positively to society.
In addition to its secondary education, the school offers a well-established Sixth Form with approximately 400 students, providing a range of courses and opportunities for personal development. The school prioritises a caring atmosphere, actively addressing issues such as bullying to ensure a safe learning environment for all.
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- Home (other)
- Previous (other)
- Learning (other)
- Our School (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Sixth Form (other)
- Office: 01603 497711 (other)
- Sixth Form: 01603 497767 (other)
- GDPR & Privacy Policies (other)
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
- BROAD HORIZONS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1892
- Pupils
- 1834
- Boys
- 978
- Girls
- 856
- FSM %
- 15.50
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1834 | 978 | 856 | 1892 | 15.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1804 | 931 | 873 | 1892 | 13.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1909 | 965 | 944 | 1892 | 10.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1909 | 965 | 944 | 1892 | 10.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1932 | 962 | 970 | 1764 | 8.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1877 | 945 | 932 | 1764 | 6.20 |
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