St Andrew's School
St Andrew's School is an independent special school in Cromer for pupils aged 6 to 16. It has a Quaker religious character. It has 48 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for St Andrew's School is Expected standard, from an inspection in March 2026.
Ofsted inspection: March 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-16 |
| Religion | Quaker |
| Address | Aylmerton Hall Holt Road Aylmerton Cromer Norfolk NR11 8QA |
| Phone | 01263837927 |
| Reference Number | 121252 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 48 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 75%
Girls: 25% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
St Andrew's School demonstrates strong overall performance, successfully meeting the diverse needs of its pupils, all of whom have autism spectrum disorder and other social or communication difficulties. The school's environment is designed to ensure that students feel safe and engaged, leading to significant improvements in their learning experiences and academic outcomes. Key strengths include a robust support system for emotional and academic needs, which facilitates smooth transitions for pupils to post-16 education or work placements.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 03 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Feb 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 14 Mar 2023 | Standard inspection |
| 25 Sep 2018 | Standard inspection |
| 10 Nov 2015 | Standard inspection |
| 20 Mar 2012 | Standard inspection |
| 11 Dec 2008 | Light touch inspection |
| 15 Nov 2004 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- High pupil engagement and improved attendance.
- Tailored teaching methods that accommodate the learning styles of autistic pupils.
- Successful transition support into college or work placements.
- Effective collaboration with parents and external experts.
- Strong personal development and well-being programs.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at St Andrew's School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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1.19 miles |
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Cromer Junior School
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3.24 miles |
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Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer
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St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
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3.84 miles |
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Aldborough Primary School
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4.22 miles |
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Overstrand, the Belfry, Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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4.51 miles |
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Northrepps Primary School
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4.72 miles |
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| Name | Distance |
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Sheringham Woodfields School
Holt Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8ND |
1.51 miles |
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Sheringham High School
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1.61 miles |
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Cromer Academy
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3.23 miles |
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What is St Andrew's School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for St Andrew's School is Expected standard, from an inspection in March 2026.
When was St Andrew's School last inspected by Ofsted?
St Andrew's School was last inspected in March 2026.
How many pupils does St Andrew's School have?
St Andrew's School has 48 pupils on roll.
What age range does St Andrew's School cover?
St Andrew's School for pupils aged 6 to 16.
Where is St Andrew's School?
St Andrew's School is at Aylmerton Hall, Holt Road, Aylmerton, Cromer, Norfolk, NR11 8QA.