# Wayland Academy — Thetford, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr Mackintosh

## Contact

- **Address:** Watton, Norfolk
- **Phone:** 01603 280923
- **Website:** https://www.inspirationtrust.org/wayland-academy
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/thetford/wayland-academy-13391

## About

Wayland Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Watton in the English county of Norfolk. It is designed with long-term learning in mind, students should be able to take what they learn into adulthood and use it to provide them with opportunities to succeed in life.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jul 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Jul 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Excellent school and facilities: My child has been at Wayland Academy for three years and I've seen them grow and thrive. The school's facilities are top-notch, with state-of-the-art sports equipment and a fantastic music department. My child has always felt supported and encouraged by the teachers and staff. I'm so grateful to be a part of this community. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A great place to learn and grow: My child started at Wayland Academy this year and it's been an amazing experience so far. The school's values of kindness, respect, and empathy align perfectly with our family's values, and I love seeing my child apply them in everyday life. The teachers are passionate and dedicated, and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. I feel confident that my child is in good hands. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed experiences: My child attended Wayland Academy for two years, and while it was a great experience in some ways, it wasn't without its challenges. The school's focus on sports and activities was a highlight for my child, but I felt that the curriculum was sometimes too focused on rote learning rather than encouraging creativity and critical thinking. Overall, I'm glad my child had the opportunity to attend, but I think the school could benefit from some refinements to its approach. *(Dec 2020)*

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