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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve particularly well in mathematics and science.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally sensible behavior, any distraction managed quickly by teachers.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Pupils who need additional help to catch up with reading get this.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported by leaders and share professional development sessions.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Consistently delivered curriculum ensures all pupils make progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Not all teachers have the knowledge to support pupils' writing.
Communication with Parents: Parents are regularly updated about their child鈥檚 progress.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can provide feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils help each other resolve conflicts through the 鈥楶ALS鈥� scheme.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders ensure a cohesive curriculum from reception to Year 11.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Rare bullying is resolved quickly; pupils feel safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils鈥� behavior is generally sensible.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding practices are of a very high standard.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of lunchtime clubs like drama and orchestra.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils mentor younger peers in subjects like math and English.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils are clear about options after leaving school; career education is a strength.
Support for SEND: Well-supported with clear, effectively delivered plans matched to their needs.
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About Us
Litcham School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 761 students from age 4-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 104 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 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 | 68% | 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 | -2.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below 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 | 105 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 104 | 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 | 62% | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.0 | Above 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.
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.08 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 27.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 42.67% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 60% | 27.3% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 9.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 14.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 2.73 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 87.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.79% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 39.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 25.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.43% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.14 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 52.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 30.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 44.51% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 57% | 26.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 11.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% | 16.73% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.85 | 2.81 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 95 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 87.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 27.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.66% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.39% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.16 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% | 28.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 44.56% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 72% | 25.91% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 15.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.23 | 2.82 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 89.89% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 94 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 40.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 25.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.81% | 2.75% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 Litcham School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1