SchoolScoresNotre Dame High School, Norwich
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Roman Catholic · Sixth form
Part of ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Surrey Street, Norwich, NR1 3PB
01603 611431 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 28 February 2024.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
365 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 2025.
Norwich comparisons use the 11 of its 23 state secondary schools with comparable results. The other 12 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Norwich | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 1st highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 92% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 95% | 82% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school 1st highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 96% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 98% | 86% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 1st highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 91% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 94% | 76% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 100 parents whose child had been bullied Joint 3rd highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 62% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 54% | 48% | 50% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 228 parents who had raised a concern 1st highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 86% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 84% | 70% | 76% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 1st highest of 11 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Norwich. Higher than 91% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 94%said yes | 78% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Norwich figures pool parents at the Norwich schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
215 pupils in this year group.
69% — 24 points above the Norfolk average, and 24 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 69% | 45% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 61.3 | 45.2 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 5.9 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
212 pupils in this year group.
95% — 3 points above the Norfolk average, and 3 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 95% | 92% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 68% | 33% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 3% | 7% | 13% |
| Further education college | 21% | 43% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | Not published | 4% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 4% | 3% |
"Not published": Not published (DfE code SP).
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 97% | 95% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
259 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B- | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 24% | 24% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 53% | 51% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 35.5 | 33.6 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
24 subjects, 775 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 100 | 0% | 11% | 19% |
| Mathematics | 77 | 12% | 31% | 40% |
| Biology | 71 | 4% | 24% | 27% |
| Business Studies:Single | 60 | 7% | 15% | 16% |
| Sociology | 54 | 11% | 26% | 20% |
| Economics | 43 | 5% | 23% | 26% |
| History | 43 | 7% | 28% | 23% |
| Chemistry | 39 | 3% | 33% | 30% |
| Geography | 35 | 9% | 23% | 23% |
| Government and Politics | 33 | 6% | 33% | 26% |
| English Language and Literature | 32 | 3% | 9% | 16% |
| Physics | 32 | 6% | 22% | 31% |
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 25 | 4% | 16% | 17% |
| Spanish | 19 | 11% | 26% | 34% |
| English Literature | 17 | 41% | 59% | 23% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 16 | 19% | 19% | 24% |
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 15 | 20% | 40% | 38% |
| Religious Studies | 13 | 8% | 15% | 22% |
| Drama and Theatre Studies | 12 | 0% | 0% | 19% |
| French | 12 | 8% | 58% | 38% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 10 | 10% | 10% | 15% |
| Design and Technology (Textiles Technology) | 8 | 13% | 13% | 19% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 8 | 63% | 75% | 59% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Music.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
255 students in this year group.
89% — 11 points above the Norfolk average, and 10 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 89% | 78% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8% | 7% |
| Work | 27% | 36% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 91% | 89% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
201 students in this year group.
80% — 28 points above the Norfolk average, and 20 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 80% | 52% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 37% | 13% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 88% | 80% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Norfolk. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 205 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 265 |
| Of those, offered a place | 199 (75%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 564 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.3 · 2025: 1.4 · 2026: 1.3
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Roman Catholic school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Norfolk | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 22nd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 15% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 14.3% | 25.5%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 18th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 51% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.0% | 4.3%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 20th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 14% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 8.4% | 14.1%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 2nd highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 76% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 27.4% | 12.2%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) Joint 1st lowest of 22 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 90% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 5.5% | 8.9%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 1st lowest of 22 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 93% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 11.4% | 23.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 3rd lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 85% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.3 | 21.3 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 4th lowest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Lower than 85% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 2.7% | 6.8% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.13% | 0.32% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 5th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 86% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 18.8 | 17.7 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 4th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 79% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 13.2 | 11.9 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 16th highest of 23 state secondary schools in Norwich. Higher than 8% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 6.1% | 11.8%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Norwich Steiner School 0.4 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2023)
- Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School 0.5 miles · Ofsted: Not yet inspected · B average A level grade
- Norwich School 0.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 52% A*/A at A level
- Town Close Co-Educational Preparatory School 0.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Jane Austen College 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2024) · 64% grade 5+ English and maths
- Hewett Academy 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 47% grade 5+ English and maths
- Norwich High School for Girls GDST 0.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 46% A*/A at A level
- City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2016), confirmed 2021 · 53% grade 5+ English and maths
- Sewell Park Academy 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 5 expected, 1 needs attention · 29% grade 5+ English and maths
- University Technical College Norfolk 1.8 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 57% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Notre Dame High School, Norwich's Ofsted rating?
Notre Dame High School, Norwich was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 28 February 2024.
How did Notre Dame High School, Norwich do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 69% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 24 points above the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Notre Dame High School, Norwich?
94% of the 365 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 1 January 2024 and 6 January 2025 said they would recommend Notre Dame High School, Norwich to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Notre Dame High School, Norwich oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 265 families put Notre Dame High School, Norwich as their first choice for 205 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 199 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 137913.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 1 January 2024 to 6 January 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.