The Wherry School
URN: 144769 • Norwich NR1 2GB
Overview
- Name
- The Wherry School
- URN
- 144769
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE WHERRY SCHOOL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Quick (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01603629440
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 280 Hall Road, Norwich NR1 2GB
Summary
The Wherry School, located in Norwich, Norfolk, is a free special school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support for children and young people with autism, aged 4 to 19. With a current enrolment of 130 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 100, the school focuses on individualised learning tailored to each student's unique needs and strengths. The school operates under four key principles: individualisation of the curriculum, a holistic approach to education, thorough identification and assessment of needs, and strong family support.
The Wherry School aims to create an inclusive environment that fosters personal development and prepares students for independent living. The curriculum incorporates British Values, promoting democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Pupils are encouraged to express their voices and make choices, contributing to a supportive community where they learn to manage their behaviour and responsibilities.
The school is committed to building a Centre of Expertise in autism education, facilitating opportunities for learners and enabling their reintegration into mainstream settings when appropriate. The Wherry School strives to support not only the educational needs of its pupils but also their families, ensuring a comprehensive approach to development and care.
The Wherry School aims to create an inclusive environment that fosters personal development and prepares students for independent living. The curriculum incorporates British Values, promoting democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Pupils are encouraged to express their voices and make choices, contributing to a supportive community where they learn to manage their behaviour and responsibilities.
The school is committed to building a Centre of Expertise in autism education, facilitating opportunities for learners and enabling their reintegration into mainstream settings when appropriate. The Wherry School strives to support not only the educational needs of its pupils but also their families, ensuring a comprehensive approach to development and care.
Useful links
- An Introduction to The Wherry School and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) (sen)
- Google Classroom (other)
- Email (other)
- Standards (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Clare School (66.1)
- The Parkside School, Norwich (63.1)
- Acorn Park School (56.4)
- All Saints School (55.8)
- Hall School (54.9)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE WHERRY SCHOOL TRUST
- Capacity
- 100
- Pupils
- 130
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 37
- FSM %
- 29.10
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 130 | 93 | 37 | 100 | 29.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 82 | 35 | 100 | 30.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 106 | 85 | 21 | 100 | 34.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 106 | 85 | 21 | 100 | 34.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 103 | 84 | 19 | 100 | 35.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 82 | 71 | 11 | 100 | 34.10 |
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