St Andrew's School, Cromer

Special
Other independent special school
Mixed
Quaker
Ages 616

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

Key Information

DfE GIAS
Head:Mr Adrian Crossland
Pupils:48 / 60 capacity
LA:Norfolk
Phone:01263837927
Address:Aylmerton Hall, Holt Road, Cromer, NR11 8QA
Admissions:Selective
Status:open
Opened:26 January 1990

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 7 months ago

Report card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)

Achievement
Expected Standard
Behaviour
Expected Standard
Personal Development
Expected Standard
Leadership
Expected Standard
Inspected 3 February 2026View full report
URN:121252
UKPRN:10033104
Diocese:Not applicable
Constituency:North Norfolk
Urban/Rural:Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city

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

High pressure
New homes approved:336
Projected new pupils:60

Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Cromer

Admissions Demand - Norfolk

Low demand0.90x oversubscription

Places available

9,550

Applications

8,636

Got 1st preference

93.3%

Got preferred school

98.2%

Secondary admissions across Norfolk (2025/26)

Inspection History(7)

3 February 2026Report card
Achievement
Behaviour
Personal Development
Leadership
14 March 2023
25 September 2018

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