OPEN DAY DIRECTORY IN NORFOLK
SCHOOL
We know that this could be a particularly anxious time for families of Year 6 pupils who are not only facing changes in their school life and, in most cases, returning after an extended period away from formal education but also looking forward to their move to the secondary stage. This can also, of course, be an exciting time and a chance to think into the future as well as providing the boost in confidence that comes with being the oldest in their current school.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, many schools are having to adjust their normal open days and evening events as well as family visits to schools. Each school will have their own arrangements
strongly recommend that you keep up-to-date with any schools that you are interested in by visiting their individual websites, social media or contacting them directly.
There are other resources available that can help you and your family come to the right decision. Go to
www.compare-school-performance.
service.gov.uk to find the Progress 8 scores - this score shows how much progress pupils at a school make between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. On the website you’ll also find league tables, statistics and the Ofsted rating for individual schools.
To find an Ofsted inspection report about an individual state maintained school visit
https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk. For independent schools, inspection reports can be found on the Independent Schools Inspectorate website by visiting
www.isi.net.
Catchment Areas
Although most pupils end up applying to the school in their catchment area, there are some schools that do not operate designated areas and have a slightly different admissions policy. So, it is worth checking the admissions policy on each school’s website for further information. If you are considering applying to a local independent school, it will have its own separate admissions procedure.
Catchment Areas in Norfolk:
To find the designated school for your area visit
www.whereilive.norfolk.gov.uk – School Catchments or
http://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/ schoolcatchments/
schools.aspx
which may be amended over time and so we
Applying to a School out of Catchment Area: You’ll be asked to list up to 3 state schools in order of preference on your application form. Whether a place is offered will depend on the
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school’s admission process and if places are available. For most schools in Norfolk, there is an admissions priority for children who live in the school’s catchment area.
The Application Process Submit your application for a primary or secondary school place online. An email receipt will confirm that the application has been received.
Norfolk County Council
Applications: Reception Applications: The online system is available from 28 September 2020 until 15 January 2021
Junior School Applications: The online system will be available from 9 November 2020 until midnight on 15 January 2021.
Secondary School Applications: • The online system will be available until 31st October 2020
Norfolk Contacts: • Education helpline: 0344 800 8020 • Online applications:
www.admissionsonline.norfolk.gov.uk • Email:
admissions@norfolk.gov.uk
Allocation Days The dates when school places are officially confirmed are:
1 March 2021 – Secondary Schools 16 April 2021 – Primary Schools
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