The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 67.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a boys-only school
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
67.3
23.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
91%
49.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
99%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.01
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 187 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 101 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,289
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 8.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- THE NORTON KNATCHBULL SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Ben Greene (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
October 2022 | School Inspection
Short inspection
March 2017 | Short Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
June 2013 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
November 2012 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
August 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Location
Hythe Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0QJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe North School
Secondary · 449m away
Ashford School
Independent · 912m away
Willesborough Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
The T3 School
Independent · 1.2km away
Victoria Road Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
East Stour Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Norton Knatchbull School a selective school?
Yes. The Norton Knatchbull School 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 The Norton Knatchbull School's Ofsted rating?
The Norton Knatchbull School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in December 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Norton Knatchbull School?
The Norton Knatchbull School currently has 1,289 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Norton Knatchbull School take?
The Norton Knatchbull School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Norton Knatchbull School?
The Norton Knatchbull School is in Ashford, TN24 0QJ, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Norton Knatchbull School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Norton Knatchbull School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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