Compare Northgate High School and The Nicholas Hamond Academy and Wayland Academy

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Northgate High School (Secondary) in Dereham; The Nicholas Hamond Academy (Secondary) in Swaffham; Wayland Academy (Secondary) in Thetford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Northgate High School, The Nicholas Hamond Academy and Wayland Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Dereham, Norfolk, Swaffham, Norfolk and Thetford, Norfolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Northgate High School), published Sep 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Wayland Academy (Sep 2023). average roll around ≈ 800, combined total ≈ 2,400, typical FSM 25–30%, range 25–30%–30–35%; spread across trusts such as Unity Education Trust, Academy Transformation Trust and Inspiration Trust.

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Attribute	Northgate High School NR19 2EU	The Nicholas Hamond Academy PE37 7DZ	Wayland Academy IP25 6BA
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Dereham Norfolk NR19 2EU	Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7DZ	Thetford Norfolk IP25 6BA
Latest Ofsted	2 10 Sep 2023	2 30 Jan 2022	2 25 Sep 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 700 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1280	840	750
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Unity Education Trust	Academy Transformation Trust	Inspiration Trust
Website	www.northgate.norfolk.sch.uk	tnha.attrust.org.uk	www.inspirationtrust.org
Telephone	01362697033	01760721480	01953881514
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Northgate High School

NR19 2EU

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 2EU
Ofsted: 2 10 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Unity Education Trust
Website: www.northgate.norfolk.sch.uk
Telephone: 01362697033

The Nicholas Hamond Academy

PE37 7DZ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Swaffham
Norfolk
PE37 7DZ
Ofsted: 2 30 Jan 2022
Pupils: ≈ 700 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Academy Transformation Trust
Website: tnha.attrust.org.uk
Telephone: 01760721480

Wayland Academy

IP25 6BA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Thetford
Norfolk
IP25 6BA
Ofsted: 2 25 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Inspiration Trust
Website: www.inspirationtrust.org
Telephone: 01953881514

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.