The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2015).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 16.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
16.5
27.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
9%
32.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
9%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–17
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 37
- Capacity
- 93%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- Head
- Mr Mark Anderson (Coordinator)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
289 Drayton Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 2PW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMile Cross Primary School
Primary · 518m away
Wensum Junior School
Primary · 1.1km away
Nelson Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
Catton Grove Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Notre Dame Preparatory School (Norwich) Limited
Independent · 1.6km away
Angel Road Infant School
Primary · 1.6km away
Angel Road Junior School
Primary · 1.6km away
Henderson Green Primary Academy
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Red Balloon - Norwich a selective school?
Yes. Red Balloon - Norwich has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Red Balloon - Norwich's Ofsted rating?
Red Balloon - Norwich was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2015. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Red Balloon - Norwich?
Red Balloon - Norwich currently has 37 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Red Balloon - Norwich take?
Red Balloon - Norwich caters for pupils aged 11 to 17.
Where is Red Balloon - Norwich?
Red Balloon - Norwich is in Norwich, NR3 2PW, in the Norfolk local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Red Balloon - Norwich have a sixth form?
Yes, Red Balloon - Norwich has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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