Alderman Peel High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Market Lane Wells-next-the-Sea Norfolk NR23 1RB |
| Phone | 01328710476 |
| Reference Number | 145089 |
Alderman Peel High has been rated as a good school with commendable aspects in personal development, indicated by strong pastoral care and a sense of community among pupils. The school stands out for its supportive environment where pupils feel safe and enjoy school life, participating actively in a wide range of extracurricular activities. Although the curriculum is ambitious and leaders are focused on continuous improvement, some areas, particularly in science, are recognized as needing further development. This is the school's first inspection since converting to an academy, and it has shown a steady growth and popularity among parents.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 604 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.65%
Girls: 47.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 25% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 72 | 65 | 137 |
| 8 | 64 | 63 | 127 |
| 9 | 62 | 56 | 118 |
| 10 | 60 | 53 | 113 |
| 11 | 60 | 49 | 109 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.6% |
| White, Other | 3.1% |
| Unclassified | 3.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Asian, Other | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Apr 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Apr 2022 | School inspection: |
| 04 Nov 2017 | Academy conversion letter |
| 11 Dec 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Alderman Peel High School | |
| 11 Dec 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Jul 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Jul 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
| 25 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong pastoral care that supports pupils' well-being.
- Pupils feel safe and are eager to learn.
- Ambitious curriculum with a broad choice of subjects.
- Good teaching practices that engage pupils.
- High levels of participation in extracurricular activities.
- Positive behaviour and attitudes among pupils.
- Strong community partnerships that enhance pupil experiences.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in the presentation of pupils' work.
- Lack of precision in information about pupils with SEND.
- Strategies for supporting SEND pupils not consistently applied.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 45.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 48.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 68.2% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 46 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
Polka Road, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1JG |
0.29 miles |
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Walsingham CE VA Primary School
Wells Road, Walsingham, Norfolk, NR22 6DU |
3.7 miles |
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Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School
Friars Lane, Burnham Market, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 8JA |
4.89 miles |
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