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Welcome to Norton Canes High School

Welcome to Post 16 study at Norton Canes High School. Thank you for considering us for your next steps in your education and development.Studying for post 16 qualifications with us will provide you with excellent preparation for university, higher apprenticeships and the world of work in general.For further information please contact Head of Post-16Mr I WindsorHead of Post-16

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

439 Total

No. of Boys

240 (54.7%)

No. of Girls

199 (45.3%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

2.6%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

2.5%

A*/A grades

2.5%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

74%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

9%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:41%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:32%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

33%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:71%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:38%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:19%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Oct 2025Nov 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening

Sixth Form Application Deadline

Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 15, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening

Nov 14, 2025

Sixth Form Application Deadline


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

2 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Oct 24

Half Term 2

Nov 3 - Dec 19

Spring

2 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Feb 12

Half Term 2

Feb 22 - Mar 31

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 19 - May 28

Half Term 2

Jun 7 - Jul 22

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Break

Dec 22 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 15 - Feb 19

Easter Break

Apr 2 - Apr 16

Summer Half Term

May 29 - Jun 4


Alumni Stories

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Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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At Norton Canes High School , we believe that education goes beyond the classroom. Our clubs offer students a unique opportunity to grow, learn, have fun and develop their social skills. Joining one of our many clubs has many enriching benefits. Whether they are into podcasts, performing arts or crochet, there is something each term for everyone. Joining a club will help pupils make new connections and they are a great way to meet like-minded peers. We encourage students to join one of our diverse clubs, and open the door to exciting opportunities and personal growth.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Tutor Programme
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)

About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed