City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
97%
Capacity
1,708
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Norwich community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,708 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 1,755 places).
Ofsted has rated City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Philpott, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.09 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 48.6. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, ranked 1758th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 8 in Norwich.
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 518 applications for 242 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 222 were first-preference applications.
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy include Swimming Pool, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Library, Astro Turf, Theatre, Art Studios, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rowing, Tennis, Badminton, Hockey and 6 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Drama and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Norwich, City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Eaton Road, Norwich, Norwich, NR4 6PP |
| Headteacher | Jo Philpott |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 1,708 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 1,708 / 1,755 (97% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.09)
1758th of 3,141
Nationally
203rd of 350
In East of England
5th of 8
In Norwich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
38.0
'22/23
34.5
'23/24
33.7
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed242
518
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
222 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Eaton Road, Norwich
Norwich, NR4 6PP
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