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Sprowston Community Academy
Cannerby Lane, Sprowston, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 8NE, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
45.5 / 100
Bottom 46%
Better than 46% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,739
Capacity
1,767
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a solid GCSE Attainment 8 score of 45.0, this secondary school demonstrates a commitment to academic achievement, particularly with 66% of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths. While the percentage of students progressing to university stands at 49%, with only 12% reaching top-third universities, there may be opportunities for further improvement in post-secondary pathways. Overall, the school is performing better than 46% of others, making it a viable option for parents seeking a supportive educational environment.
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Last inspected: 24 May 2022Quality 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. | 45.0 | Bottom 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%. | 66% | Top 49% 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%. | 45% | Top 47% 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%. | 15% | Bottom 23% 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%. | 11% | Bottom 23% 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%. | 49% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 12% | Average |
Based on 77 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British85.0%
White Other3.9%
Black African1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Mixed W+B African1.1%
Mixed Other1.0%
Other0.7%
Asian Chinese0.7%
Asian Bangladeshi0.7%
Asian Other0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Black Other0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
Asian Pakistani0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Location
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52.65164, 1.32429 · NR7 8NE
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN144359
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Sprowston Community Academy rated by Ofsted?
Sprowston Community Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 May 2022.
Is Sprowston Community Academy a good school?
Sprowston Community Academy scores 45.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 46% 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 Sprowston Community Academy in GCSEs?
Sprowston Community Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.0. 66% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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