Cliff Park Ormiston Academy
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is a secondary located in Norfolk, NR31 6TA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 832 pupils on roll.
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Norfolk
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 832
Number of Boys: 434
Number of Girls: 398
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 39.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Requires Improvement
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-11-27
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: French
Phone: 01493661504
Website: http://www.cliffparkoa.co.uk/
Location: Kennedy Avenue, Gorleston
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cliff Park Ormiston Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Cliff Park Ormiston Academy?
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Cliff Park Ormiston Academy admit?
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Cliff Park Ormiston Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Cliff Park Ormiston Academy?
Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Cliff Park Ormiston Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Cliff Park Ormiston Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Cliff Park Ormiston Academy?
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