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Norwich Road Academy

Norwich Road, Thetford, IP24 2HT

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Thetford where 58% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

309

Ages

3-11

FSM

30.1%

Capacity

472

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

72.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

58.0%

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About Norwich Road Academy

Norwich Road Academy is a primary school in Thetford, Norfolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 51 responses), 90% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 309 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Norwich Road, Thetford, IP24 2HT | More schools in Norfolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Norwich Road Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2022 — Requires improvement
Jun 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Norwich Road Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Norwich Road Academy

What is Norwich Road Academy's Ofsted rating?

Norwich Road Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What do parents say about Norwich Road Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 51 responses): 90% of parents would recommend Norwich Road Academy.

What are Norwich Road Academy's latest exam results?

Norwich Road Academy: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Norwich Road Academy located?

Norwich Road Academy is a primary school in Thetford, Norfolk (IP24 2HT).

How many pupils attend Norwich Road Academy?

Norwich Road Academy has around 309 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Norwich Road Academy with other schools?

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