North Walsham High School
URN: 147505 • North Walsham NR28 9HZ
Overview
- Name
- North Walsham High School
- URN
- 147505
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ENRICH LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samantha Franklin (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01692402581
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Spenser Avenue, North Walsham NR28 9HZ
Summary
North Walsham High School is a mixed secondary academy located in North Walsham, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 619 students and a capacity of 950. As a member of the Enrich Learning Trust, the school emphasizes a supportive and nurturing environment, aiming to foster the success and happiness of all students. The core values of Trust, Resilience, Excellence, and Kindness are integral to the school's ethos, guiding interactions and decisions within the school community.
The curriculum at North Walsham High School is designed to be broad and knowledge-rich, providing students with a variety of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Opportunities in performing arts, sports, charity work, and educational trips are considered essential for student development. The school is committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, is motivated to thrive and contribute positively to the community.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Sam Franklin, the school prioritises high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement, creating a positive learning environment. The school community is characterized by respect and politeness, preparing students well for life beyond school.
The curriculum at North Walsham High School is designed to be broad and knowledge-rich, providing students with a variety of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Opportunities in performing arts, sports, charity work, and educational trips are considered essential for student development. The school is committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, is motivated to thrive and contribute positively to the community.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Sam Franklin, the school prioritises high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement, creating a positive learning environment. The school community is characterized by respect and politeness, preparing students well for life beyond school.
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Nearby alternatives
- North Walsham High School (52.1)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ENRICH LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 950
- Pupils
- 619
- Boys
- 313
- Girls
- 306
- FSM %
- 30.50
- Open date
- 2019-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 619 | 313 | 306 | 950 | 30.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 617 | 317 | 300 | 950 | 28.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 562 | 289 | 273 | 950 | 22.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 562 | 289 | 273 | 950 | 22.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 593 | 312 | 281 | 950 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 649 | 335 | 314 | 950 | 15.90 |
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