Norton Knatchbull School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Norton Knatchbull School
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Places (Year 7)
210
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
HealthyAbout Norton Knatchbull School
The Norton Knatchbull School offers a vibrant learning environment where pupils are nurtured to become considerate, confident and well-rounded individuals. There's a powerful sense of community here, with strong relationships between staff and students, and older pupils in particular demonstrate exceptional motivation and focus. The school boasts an impressive array of extra-curricular opportunities, from debating and medical society to pupil-run clubs in everything from French to magic. With a strong careers programme that sees many students progress to highly regarded universities, and a personal development curriculum covering important contemporary issues, pupils are well prepared for life beyond school.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,289
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Good
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 13/12/2023
Quality of Education
GoodBehaviour & Attitudes
GoodPersonal Development
GoodLeadership & Management
GoodSixth Form Provision
GoodAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
67.3
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
90.9%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Admissions
Student Demographics
8.4%
Free School Meals
17.8%
English as Additional Language
0.62%
EHCP
1.4%
SEN Support