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The Free School Norwich
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The Free School Norwich
- Primary
- Norwich NR1 3NX
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| Previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teachers have good subject knowledge and explanations are clear.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils are very positive about the curriculum and say that lessons are fun.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum does not yet make the most of opportunities for pupils to make a significant contribution to the local community.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils鈥� attainment in reading, writing and mathematics is at least in line with national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: There is no difference in the rates of progress for different groups including those with disabilities and special educational needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Good behavior is celebrated frequently; pupils say they feel safe and are taught how to stay safe.
Support for SEND Pupils: Includes those with special educational needs, including dyslexia, make good progress from their individual starting points.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: School records show that incidents of inappropriate behavior have reduced and such incidents are now rare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pupils say they feel safe in school and are taught how to stay safe.
Parent Feedback: Parents who expressed a view are generally satisfied with their children鈥檚 experience of school.
Parental Involvement: The school has taken appropriate steps to respond to issues raised by parents such as bullying, homework, and communication.
Extracurricular Activities: Opportunities for pupils to participate in extra sporting activities, such as football and basketball, are noted.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils would like to use the garden area to sit and read or talk quietly with friends.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers鈥� strong subject knowledge and clear explanations contribute positively.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� marking does not always lead to accelerated progress.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Teachers plan different activities appropriately but not carefully enough at an individual level.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Feedback from marking is not always linked clearly to the quality of the learning that has taken place.
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About Us
The Free School Norwich is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 191 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 61% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Kindness, assistance, and dependable excellent behaviour are valued at The Free School Norwich. Children receive their bronze, silver, and gold citizenship badges as they move through the school under the school's Citizenship Award programme. Children receive badges each week during our celebration assembly.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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A-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 4-11 | 2-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | 23.3 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 106 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 106 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 61% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 3.88% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.4 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 108 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 110 3 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 79% 4 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% 5 | 6.78% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 4.8 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.0 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 109 8 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 89 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 83% 31 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 5.5% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 4.2 | Well Above Average |
| Writing | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 6.3 | Well Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 83 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 52% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.77% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Writing | 5.1 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Free School Norwich
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
