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Wymondham College
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Wymondham NR18 9SZ
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Overall experiences and progress of children and young people in the boarding provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Not Previously Inspected |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve exceptionally well
Behaviour and Attitudes: Expectations for behaviour are high; exemplary conduct
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong expertise and access to top quality training
Current Educational Practices: Staff access top quality training to hone skills
Strengths and Challenges: Strong levels of subject knowledge and expertise
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can participate through Ofsted Parent View
Communication: Regular updates on children's progress; frequent communication
Parent Satisfaction: High satisfaction with school鈥檚 performance
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address issues rigorously; effective conflict management
Actions for Quality Improvement: Built on longstanding traditions to ensure high-quality education
Managing Bullying and Safety: Positive culture ensures pupil safety; bullying managed effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Skilful support for mental health; exemplary behaviour
Extracurricular Offerings: Huge range of clubs and activities, high-level sporting events
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Opportunities well-balanced with academic responsibilities
Career Counselling Services: Strong and coherent careers education
Preparation for Sixth Form: Equipped to make informed choices about apprenticeships and universities
Managing and Supporting SEND: Excellent support for pupils with SEND
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum including demanding subjects like languages at GCSE
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Wymondham College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 1424 students from age 4-18 yr.
At this school, 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Wymondham College, graded 鈥極utstanding鈥� by Ofsted, renowned for its exceptional student achievements, is the largest state boarding and day school in the UK, with exam results amongst the highest in the country.
Graded Outstanding in all 9 categories across its education and boarding provision, believed to be a first in the country under the new inspection framework.
Ambition is high at the College with a traditional GCSE and A-Level curriculum that extends to encompass subjects including Politics, Computer Science, Photography, Drama and Music. Students typically go on to study at Cambridge, Oxford and Russell group universities as well as prestigious degree level apprenticeships.
Wymondham College鈥檚 83-acre estate is nestled in Norfolk amongst stunning countryside, providing an expansive place for children to live, learn and grow and is in easy reach of direct road and rail links.
Students' education is enhanced with a range of enrichment activities, with over 70 activities a week, including paddle boarding, kayaking, horse riding, water polo, debating, coding and so much more. The College competes against independent schools in sporting fixtures, including boys鈥� and girls鈥� rugby, football, cricket, hockey, netball, athletics, swimming and tennis with many victories and an impressive trophy cabinet. Students enjoy trips to New York, Disneyland, Iceland, skiing in Austria, safaris in Kenya as well as learning to scuba dive in the onsite pool, going onto achieve their open water qualification in Malta.
Boarding is a home from home, with younger children sharing rooms, to the independence of en-suite single dorms in the Sixth Form. Wymondham College has seven boarding houses, including a Prep boarding house, each with specialist residential staff. There is a bespoke Sixth Form boarding house akin to a small university campus. The mix of children and residential staff creates a family environment whereby older children help the younger children with prep.
The rhythms of a child鈥檚 day support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle in an open, safe environment. From prep time to enjoying activities, supper with their house family, to making friends from around the world 鈥� there are benefits to boarding that cannot be gained elsewhere, from just 拢5000 per term.
To experience the wonderfully unique offer available to your child, families are warmly invited to enjoy a personalised visit to the College or attend an open event.
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Graded Outstanding in all 9 categories across its education and boarding provision, believed to be a first in the country under the new inspection framework.
Ambition is high at the College with a traditional GCSE and A-Level curriculum that extends to encompass subjects including Politics, Computer Science, Photography, Drama and Music. Students typically go on to study at Cambridge, Oxford and Russell group universities as well as prestigious degree level apprenticeships.
Wymondham College鈥檚 83-acre estate is nestled in Norfolk amongst stunning countryside, providing an expansive place for children to live, learn and grow and is in easy reach of direct road and rail links.
Students' education is enhanced with a range of enrichment activities, with over 70 activities a week, including paddle boarding, kayaking, horse riding, water polo, debating, coding and so much more. The College competes against independent schools in sporting fixtures, including boys鈥� and girls鈥� rugby, football, cricket, hockey, netball, athletics, swimming and tennis with many victories and an impressive trophy cabinet. Students enjoy trips to New York, Disneyland, Iceland, skiing in Austria, safaris in Kenya as well as learning to scuba dive in the onsite pool, going onto achieve their open water qualification in Malta.
Boarding is a home from home, with younger children sharing rooms, to the independence of en-suite single dorms in the Sixth Form. Wymondham College has seven boarding houses, including a Prep boarding house, each with specialist residential staff. There is a bespoke Sixth Form boarding house akin to a small university campus. The mix of children and residential staff creates a family environment whereby older children help the younger children with prep.
The rhythms of a child鈥檚 day support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle in an open, safe environment. From prep time to enjoying activities, supper with their house family, to making friends from around the world 鈥� there are benefits to boarding that cannot be gained elsewhere, from just 拢5000 per term.
To experience the wonderfully unique offer available to your child, families are warmly invited to enjoy a personalised visit to the College or attend an open event.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | 15.1 | 17.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 57% | 48% | 66% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 18.80% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.34 | 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 | 53.9 | 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 | 57% | 27.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 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 | 80% | 27.3% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% | 9.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% | 14.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.11 | 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 | 93% | 87.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 79.79% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 39.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 25.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 8.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 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 | 0.47 | 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 | 58.3 | 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 | 64% | 30.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 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 | 91% | 26.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% | 11.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 59% | 16.73% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.61 | 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 | 95% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 87.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 27.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 6% | 11.66% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.33 | 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 | 55.2 | 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 | 65% 1 | 28.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 2 | 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 | 89% | 25.91% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% 2 | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 51% 2 | 15.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.26 | 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 | 181 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 40.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 25.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 55.6 | 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 | 64% 1 | 23.92% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% 3 | 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 | 95% | 21.14% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 8 | 7.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% 7 | 11.92% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.28 | 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 | 98% | 80.34% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 182 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 34.3% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 25.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 8.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 2.79% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 55.9 | 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 | 65% | 24.7% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 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 | 57% | 20.87% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 39% | 10.74% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 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 | 98% | 80.8% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 182 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.66% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 37% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 25.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | 35.95 | 30.69 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.88 | 30.35 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.80% | 11.98% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 221 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 48.88% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.48% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 28.96% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 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 | 38.92 | 35.18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.67 | 33.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.0% | 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 | 230 | 301 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 53.36% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 5.92% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 24.16% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 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 | 35.22 | 29.87 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.76 | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.4% | 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 | 237 | 250 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 47.48% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 7.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 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 | 35.22 1 | 29.14 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.80 1 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.8% | 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 | 35 | 42.84% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 26.28% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 | 36.96 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.85 | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.7% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 41 | 51.77% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 26.91% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 4.23% | 4.23% |
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Admission
Fees
| Program | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding Fees | 9-18 yr | 拢5,000 (Term) |
Scholarships
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 28th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 12th Jul 2024 - 5th Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2024 - 18th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2024 - 13th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 8th Jan 2025 - 14th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2025 - 4th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 23rd May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 2nd Jun 2025 - 11th Jul 2025 |
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