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Jane Austen College
46-48 Colegate, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1DD, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
87.2 / 100
Top 13%
Better than 87% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,101
Capacity
1,100
Ages
11–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong GCSE Attainment 8 score of 53.7, this secondary school demonstrates impressive academic performance, particularly with 76% of students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths. Additionally, 82% of pupils progress to university, with 30% attending top-third institutions, reflecting a solid commitment to higher education pathways. The school’s LocaleIQ score of 87.2 indicates it outperforms 87% of other schools, making it a strong choice for parents seeking quality education in Norfolk.
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Last inspected: 1 May 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 53.7 | Top 18% 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%. | 76% | Top 25% 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%. | 64% | Top 13% 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%. | 80% | Top 7% 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%. | 58% | Top 7% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 82% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 30% | Top 20% |
Based on 96 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British59.4%
White Other9.0%
Black African5.2%
Asian Indian3.4%
Mixed Other2.9%
Other2.4%
Mixed W+B African2.3%
Mixed W+Asian2.1%
Asian Chinese1.5%
Asian Other1.3%
Asian Pakistani0.8%
Asian Bangladeshi0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Black Other0.6%
White Irish0.5%
Black Caribbean0.3%
Location
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52.63276, 1.29320 · NR3 1DD
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN140815
School typeFree schools
Frequently asked questions
What is Jane Austen College rated by Ofsted?
Jane Austen College was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 1 May 2024.
Is Jane Austen College a good school?
Jane Austen College scores 87.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 13% 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 Jane Austen College in GCSEs?
Jane Austen College achieved an Attainment 8 score of 53.7. 76% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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