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The Nicholas Hamond Academy
Brandon Road, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7DZ, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
22.6 / 100
Bottom 23%
Better than 23% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
683
Capacity
840
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a GCSE Attainment 8 score placing it in the top 86% of schools nationally, this secondary institution demonstrates solid academic performance. While 52% of students achieve a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, only 29% reach grade 5 or higher, indicating room for improvement in higher-level attainment. Overall, parent satisfaction appears to be strong, making it a viable choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 2 December 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 38.4 | Bottom 14% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 52% | Bottom 16% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 29% | Bottom 15% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 45% | Bottom 48% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 21% | Bottom 48% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.4%
White Other4.0%
Other2.9%
Asian Indian0.9%
Asian Chinese0.9%
Black African0.4%
Mixed W+Asian0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
Mixed Other0.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.1%
Location
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52.63914, 0.68883 · PE37 7DZ
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN138918
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitetnha.attrust.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is The Nicholas Hamond Academy rated by Ofsted?
The Nicholas Hamond Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 2 December 2021.
Is The Nicholas Hamond Academy a good school?
The Nicholas Hamond Academy scores 22.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 23% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at The Nicholas Hamond Academy in GCSEs?
The Nicholas Hamond Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 38.4. 52% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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