Norwich School review
Norwich School was established in 1096. It is a private day school that excels in academic performance, comparable to traditional boarding schools. While Norwich School does not offer boarding facilities, it does provide host family services for international students. The host families are audited by the school and have regular meetings to ensure accommodations and learning environments meet the standards. Staying with host families allows students to experience the British way of life and develop independence. In terms of tuition fees, host family accommodation is usually more economical compared to boarding schools, making it a more affordable option. What makes Norwich School unique is its provision of Non-JUPAS application support for Hong Kong students, assisting them in applying to universities in Hong Kong, which demonstrates strong support for Hong Kong students.
Norwich School Introduction
Excellent A-Level Results: Ranking among the Top 75 in the UK
Norwich School achieves outstanding academic results. In the past six years, it has consistently ranked among the top 75 independent schools in The Telegraph's private school rankings. In 2022, 80.7% of the GCSE papers and 65.6% of the A-Level papers achieved grades A*-A. Each year, approximately 20 students receive offers from prestigious institutions such as Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial College London (IC), the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), University College London (UCL), and other top 10 universities. This remarkable achievement is attributed to the school's comprehensive support for university applications. The school has dedicated staff members to assist students with medical and Oxbridge applications, and it also collaborates with The Norfolk Summer, providing interview training and additional courses for Year 12 students preparing for A-Level exams. Moreover, for Hong Kong students, there is no need to worry about the complex Non-JUPAS application process as the school provides one-stop assistance to secure offers from universities in both the UK and Hong Kong.
Authentic British Culture
Norwich School has only 81 international students, accounting for 7% of the total student population. In previous years, international students could only enter Year 12 through a student visa and stay with local host families, immersing themselves in an English-speaking environment for learning and living while experiencing the local dining habits and social activities. The school is more suitable for students with a good command of English, independence, and discipline. However, due to the implementation of the BNO visa policy, Hong Kong families seeking immigration can also apply for their children to enter grades below Year 12 using the BNO visa, providing an opportunity for secondary school students to attend a top-level day school.
Emphasis on Art and Design
Norwich School offers a more comprehensive and diverse range of subject choices for GCSE and A-Level students compared to other schools. Particularly, art is the school's strongest subject. In 2017, the school renovated and expanded its state-of-the-art facilities, providing students with state-of-the-art equipment such as a 3D workshop, photography studio, and laser cutter. The computer rooms are also equipped with professional design software.