St Clement's High School
109%
Capacity
709
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Clement's High School
St Clement's High School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 709 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 650 places).
Ofsted has rated St Clement's High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nigel Willingham, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.06 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 41.2. Additionally, ranked 1675th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 7 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
St Clement's High School is a popular choice with families — it received 195 applications for 130 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 134 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Clement's High School include Sixth Form Centre, Science Labs, Library, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Theatre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Badminton, Gymnastics, Dance, Rugby and 5 more, as well as clubs including Newspaper, DofE, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, St Clement's High School 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 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Churchgate Way, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4LZ |
| Headteacher | Nigel Willingham |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 709 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 709 / 650 (109% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.06)
1675th of 3,141
Nationally
191st of 350
In East of England
4th of 7
In King's Lynn and West Norfolk
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed130
195
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
134 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Clement's High School
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
Churchgate Way, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4LZ
Churchgate Way, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE34 4LZ
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