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Hewett Academy
Cecil Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 2PL, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
61.0 / 100
Top 39%
Better than 61% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
488
Capacity
750
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
65%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly with a GCSE Attainment 8 score placing it in the top 46% nationally. The percentage of students achieving a grade 4 or higher in English and Maths is 63%, while 47% reach grade 5 or above, indicating a strong foundation in core subjects. However, as with any school, it's important to consider individual needs and preferences when evaluating the right fit for your child.
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Last inspected: 3 October 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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. | 46.5 | Top 46% 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%. | 63% | Bottom 42% 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%. | 47% | Top 43% 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%. | 69% | Top 21% 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%. | 40% | Top 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British53.7%
Black African15.6%
White Other8.8%
Asian Indian5.7%
Other3.9%
Asian Chinese1.6%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Mixed Other1.2%
Asian Bangladeshi1.2%
Asian Pakistani0.8%
Asian Other0.6%
Black Other0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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52.61384, 1.28863 · NR1 2PL
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN142059
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Hewett Academy rated by Ofsted?
Hewett Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 October 2023.
Is Hewett Academy a good school?
Hewett Academy scores 61.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 39% 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 Hewett Academy in GCSEs?
Hewett Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 46.5. 63% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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