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Schools in IP24

A postcode district in Norfolk

  • Postcode district
  • 23 schools and nurseries

In short: IP24 is a postcode district in Norfolk with 14 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2314 primary · 4 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in IP24

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All IP24 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in IP24

14 in IP24, best first

Redcastle Family School

Thetford, IP24 3PU · State · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

30 first choices, 28 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
277
Pupils per teacher
18.0
View school Redcastle Family School

Top Secondary Schools in IP24

4 in IP24, best first

The Thetford Academy

Thetford, IP24 1LH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

218 first choices, 232 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1644.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.8%
Pupils
1,398
Pupils per teacher
16.7
View school The Thetford Academy

Nurseries in IP24

7 in IP24, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in IP24

1 in IP24, by the school's Eduscope score

The Thetford Academy

Thetford, IP24 1LH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

218 first choices, 232 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1644.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.8%
Pupils
1,398
Pupils per teacher
16.7
View school The Thetford Academy

Special Schools in IP24

2 in IP24. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Damara School

Thetford, IP24 2EA · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
32
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Damara School

Private Schools in IP24

2 in IP24. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Damara School

Thetford, IP24 2EA · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
32
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Damara School
The map

Every school in IP24, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Redcastle Family School, GoodDrake Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasBarnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, GoodThe Thetford Academy, GoodElveden Church of England Primary Academy, OutstandingThe Pinetree School, GoodThe Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy, Requires improvement in 1 areaThompson Primary School, Requires improvement in 2 areasAdmirals Academy, GoodNorwich Road Academy, Good or betterGreat Hockham Primary School and Nursery, Expected standard or betterRaleigh Infant Academy, GoodThe Damara School, GoodQueensway Junior Academy, Needs attention in 1 areaCompass Community School Eld Park, GoodQueensway Infant Academy, Expected standard or betterLittle Ducklings, GoodTraquinas Childcare, OutstandingJelly Tots Nursery, GoodClarence House Thetford, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Thetford, GoodTraquinas Childcare, OutstandingWildlings Shadwell Ltd
  • Outstanding3
  • Good12
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in IP24 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every IP24 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

IP24 has 23 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in IP24

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Questions

Questions parents ask about IP24

How many schools are in IP24?

IP24 has 23 schools, including 14 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in IP24?

The highest-ranked schools in IP24 on Eduscope are Elveden Church of England Primary Academy, Great Hockham Primary School and Nursery, Redcastle Family School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in IP24?

There are 2 independent schools in IP24, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in IP24?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 23 schools in IP24 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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