Best 3 Not applicable schools in Breckland – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: The Pinetree School (Not applicable) in Thetford; Fred Nicholson School (Not applicable) in Dereham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Pinetree School and Fred Nicholson School. They are not applicable phase and free schools alternative provision and foundation special school type located around Thetford, Norfolk and Dereham, Norfolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The Pinetree School), published Nov 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for The Pinetree School (Nov 2023). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 250, typical FSM 60–65%, range 55–60%–65–70%; all within the Unity Education Trust trust.

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Attribute	The Pinetree School IP24 3LH	Fred Nicholson School NR19 1JB
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision	Not applicable • Foundation special school
Location	Thetford Norfolk IP24 3LH	Dereham Norfolk NR19 1JB
Latest Ofsted	2 19 Nov 2023	2 13 Jan 2015
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	40	174
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Unity Education Trust	Norfolk (926)
Website	www.pinetreeschool.org.uk	www.frednicholson.norfolk.sch.uk
Telephone	01842752756	01362693915
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

The Pinetree School

IP24 3LH

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: Thetford
Norfolk
IP24 3LH
Ofsted: 2 19 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Unity Education Trust
Website: www.pinetreeschool.org.uk
Telephone: 01842752756

Fred Nicholson School

NR19 1JB

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Foundation special school
Location: Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1JB
Ofsted: 2 13 Jan 2015
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Norfolk (926)
Website: www.frednicholson.norfolk.sch.uk
Telephone: 01362693915

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.