State School
#4 in Best Secondary Schools in Broadland
Taverham High School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Taverham High School
Work here? Update your school profile
Taverham High School
- Secondary
- Taverham NR8 6HP
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Pupils study a curriculum that is suitably broad and ambitious.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils follow the raised expectations of the new behaviour policy.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge that underpins teaching.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers regularly check what pupils know and can do.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching in a small minority of subjects is not as effective.
Communication: Leaders need to communicate better with parents regarding bullying concerns.
Parent Satisfaction: A minority of parents have concerns that bullying is not addressed well enough.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have raised expectations and subsequently raised achievement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act on bullying concerns but need to improve communication.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Classrooms are typically orderly and pupils鈥� behaviour around the school site is respectful.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders act when they hear about perceived bullying concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils value the broad range of popular clubs, such as e-sports.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils benefit from a rich range of opportunities that support their wider development.
Career Counselling Services: Suitable careers guidance including expert guidance and opportunities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Key stage 4 pupils have additional course opportunities that help bridge with sixth-form study.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive appropriate support and access the same curriculum.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Taverham High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 1256 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Type of SEN provision
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Taverham High School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
|
B-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | 15.1 | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 58% | 48% | 36% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.30% | - | 10.50% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.09 | 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 | 49.8 | 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 | 58% | 27.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 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 | 53% | 27.3% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 9.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 14.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.50 | 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 | 94% | 87.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 216 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 79.79% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 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 | 5% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 54% | 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 | 55% | 26.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 11.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 16.73% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 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 | 96% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 183 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 27.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.66% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 38% 12 | 28.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 14 | 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 | 17% | 25.91% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 5 | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 6 | 15.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 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 | 209 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 40.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 25.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.81% | 2.75% |
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 | -0.1 | 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 | 49 | 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 | 50% 1 | 23.92% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 1 | 37.69% | 42.62% |
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 | 25% | 21.14% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 3 | 7.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 11.92% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.23 | 2.42 | 2.84 |
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 | 96% | 80.34% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 34.3% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 25.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.66% | 2.05% |
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 | 0.29 | 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 | 49.8 | 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 | 51% | 24.7% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 38.88% | 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 | 31% | 20.87% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 10.74% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 11.91% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
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 | 95% | 80.8% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 57.66% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 37% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 25.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.34% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.91 | 30.69 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.78 | 30.35 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.30% | 11.98% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 73 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 48.88% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.48% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 28.96% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 9.84% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.07 | 35.18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.09 | 33.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.5% | 15.89% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 79 | 301 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 53.36% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.92% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 24.16% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 11.48% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.73 1 | 29.87 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.30 3 | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.1% | 12.57% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 78 | 250 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 47% | 47.48% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 11.16% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.18 3 | 29.14 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.75 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.0% | 11.99% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 24 | 42.84% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 26.28% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.84% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 27.55 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.65 | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.0% | 8.85% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 51.77% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 39% | 26.91% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.23% |
Best Schools 2025
Taverham High School Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Taverham High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1