St Andrew's School, Cromer
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 7 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
St Andrew's School excels at helping autistic pupils blossom academically and socially. Staff are highly trained in understanding how autistic pupils learn and provide tailored support so every child feels successful from the start. The school prepares pupils exceptionally well for life after school, teaching practical life skills alongside academics and securing excellent transitions to college and employment.
Key Strengths
- Expertly designed autism-friendly environment that helps pupils feel safe and ready to learn
- Strong focus on catching up in core skills like reading, writing and mathematics with structured, step-by-step teaching
- Excellent preparation for adulthood including independent travel training, interview practice and work experience
- High attendance rates and positive behaviour due to calm, supportive school culture
- Personalised teaching tailored to how each pupil learns with careful assessment of individual needs
Areas for Improvement
- Some of the school's new curriculum approaches are still embedding in a small number of subjects
- Subject leaders who are new to their role need continued support
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture where safety is everyone's responsibility and all legal requirements are fulfilled, keeping pupils safe and helping them feel secure.
Extracurricular Activities
Extra-curricular activities, community trips, cultural events, local art exhibitions, work experience placements
St Andrew's School is a specialist school for autistic pupils that has recently undergone significant leadership and curriculum improvements. The school creates a safe, calm environment where pupils make strong progress and successfully transition to college or employment.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
80%
Available places
48 pupils
60 capacity
12 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Cromer
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Admissions Demand - Norfolk
Places available
9,550
Applications
8,636
Got 1st preference
93.3%
Got preferred school
98.2%
Secondary admissions across Norfolk (2025/26)
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