West Norfolk is in a great position with a range of education opportunities both in Norfolk and the neighbouring counties – Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We recognise that our young people are key to the future prosperity of the area. Local schools are working with the wider public sector through an ‘improving attainment’ programme, developing initiatives to help pupils and teachers drive up the achievements of our younger generation and help prepare them for the next steps in their lives.
Educational attainment in West Norfolk is improving. In 2017 there was a 5.9% increase in the number of students achieving GCSE grades A* – C in English and Maths. Data on secondary school performance can be found on GOV.UK
Data on primary school performance in West Norfolk can again be found on GOV.UK
To find out about our public schools to suit your family visit:
- Norfolk – Norfolk County Council
- Suffolk – Suffolk County Council
- Cambridgeshire – Cambridgeshire County Council
Some families may want to opt for private education. There are a host of schools in the area that may be what you are looking for and details can be found via GOV.UK
For higher education, the two most popular choices in our area are the College of West Anglia, or the University of East Anglia.


