The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (119% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.2
6.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
46%
4.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
48%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.22
Band 2Source: 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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 185 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 91 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,069
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 30%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lambeth
- Head
- Co Headteacher Niki Clemenger Richard Cole (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
December 2017 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
September 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2013 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
November 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
March 2010 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2007 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
December 2002 | Full Inspection
Location
Crown Dale, Lambeth, London, SE19 3NY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Joseph's RC Junior School
Primary · Very close
Fidelis College
Independent · 399m away
The New School
Independent · 403m away
Priory School
Special school · 479m away
St Joseph's College
Secondary · 612m away
Hillcrest
Miscellaneous · 681m away
Rockmount Primary School
Primary · 801m away
Downsview Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 894m away
Questions parents ask
Is The Norwood School a selective school?
No. The Norwood School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Norwood School's Ofsted rating?
The Norwood School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Norwood School?
The Norwood School currently has 1,069 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Norwood School take?
The Norwood School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Norwood School?
The Norwood School is in London, SE19 3NY, in the Lambeth local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Norwood School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Norwood School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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