Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School continues to deliver an outstanding educational experience for its students. Since its last inspection in 2018, the school has maintained high standards, excelling in the delivery of science and mathematics programs while fostering a culture of high aspirations among students. The collaborative relationship with Jane Austen College enhances the curriculum offerings, effectively integrating arts and humanities with the school's strong STEM focus. The supportive learning environment encourages students to thrive academically and personally, with high levels of engagement and independent learning skills evident among the students.

Strengths

• Strong focus on STEM education
• Highly qualified and experienced teaching staff
• Effective and personalized student support
• Comprehensive career guidance and opportunities
• Positive and respectful learning environment
• Robust curriculum planning and execution

In 2024–25, 0.0% of pupils at Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School were suspended at least once (nationally 7.3%). No pupils were permanently excluded.

Pupils suspended at least once

Source: Department for Education, Suspensions and permanent exclusions in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). A pupil can be suspended more than once, so suspensions per 100 pupils can be higher than the share of pupils suspended. Very small numbers are hidden by the DfE. Exclusion figures dropped in 2020 and 2021 because of school closures.

In 2025–26 Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School had 20.1 pupils for each teacher (the national figure for secondary schools was 16.7). Of its teachers in 2024–25, 2.6% were no longer at the school a year later (nationally 14.1%).

Pupils per teacher

Teachers who left the school within a year

Source: Department for Education, School workforce in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). Pupils per teacher counts full-time-equivalent pupils and teachers. Turnover is the share of a year's teachers (full-time equivalent) who were not at the school the following year, whether they moved to another school or left state-funded teaching. Turnover and sickness figures run one year behind the ratios. Sick leave is the share of teachers who took at least one day in the year, so it swings widely at small schools, where a few teachers can make it 0% or 100%. The national figures are for all state schools of the same type.

In 2025–26, 0.8% of pupils at Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School were on SEN support (nationally 14.1%) and 1.3% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 3.5%).

Pupils by main type of need

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 secondary schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.

In 2024–25 Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School received £8,111 and spent £7,236 for each of its 615 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £249,000 (£405 per pupil).

Across all 18 schools of Inspiration Trust, income was £8,318 and spending £8,382 per pupil.

Income per pupil

Spending per pupil

Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.

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Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School is part of Inspiration Trust, which runs 18 schools. The nearest others:

• Jane Austen College Norwich
• Charles Darwin Primary School Norwich
• Hewett Academy Norwich
• Norwich Primary Academy Norwich
• Cringleford Prep Cringleford
• Hethersett Academy Norwich
• Cobholm Primary Academy Great Yarmouth
• Stradbroke Primary Academy Great Yarmouth
• Great Yarmouth Charter Academy Great Yarmouth
• Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Nursery Great Yarmouth

What is Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2023.

When was Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School last inspected by Ofsted?

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School was last inspected in December 2023.

How many pupils does Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School have?

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School has 635 pupils on roll.

What age range does Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School cover?

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School for pupils aged 16 to 19.

Where is Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School?

Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School is at The Old Fire Station, 30 Bethel Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1NR.