GCSE RESULTS DAY 2023 - WE HEAR FROM SOME OF OUR PUPILS RECEIVING THEIR RESULTS TODAY...

August 24, 2023

It was a pleasure to see our pupils receive their GCSE results today and there have been some outstanding individual performances. We caught up with some of this year’s GCSE cohort to find out what today’s results mean for them and what’s next for them on their educational journey…

 

Berry Ward


What were your results? 
I was delighted with all my results and achieved grade 9s in all my chosen A Level subjects. 


What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
I was awarded an Art and Design scholarship earlier this year for the Sixth Form and I am really looking forward to making the most of this opportunity with A Levels in Fine Art, Photography, English Literature and Psychology.


Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study? 
I am not fully decided on what course at this point but I am a creative person and I look forward to continuing my journey at university.


What is the dream job?
This is a tricky question - something which fulfils my potential in both creative and academic disciplines.


What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
I am looking forward to further independence and leadership opportunities.


What are your co-curricular activities?
I enjoy photography and creative pursuits and hope to be part of the peer supporters team again. 


What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
Norwich School is a dynamic environment, it is placed in a beautiful city and stunning location. I am grateful to be around ambitious peers. I think it is important to focus on what is important to you.


Billy Francis


What were your results? 
I’m so happy! I did better than my mocks and am delighted! I got 2 grade 8s, 1 grade 7, 4 grade 6s, 2 grade 5s and 1 grade 4

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form
PE, 2D Design, Psychology and Maths

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study
Maybe, maybe not. Sport psychology possibly

What is the dream job?
I'd quite like to be a detective!


What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Everything being a bit more relaxed - and of course free periods!


What are your co-curricular activities?
Athletics and volunteering within athletics

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
The freedom and location, location location! Also the support from lovely teachers and smaller class sizes.



Vishnu Sudeep

What were your results? 
I achieved 4 grade 9s, 4 grade 8s, 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Maths, Politics, Economics and Physics

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?

I'm hoping to apply for PPE at Oxford


What is the dream job?
At the moment, it would be something financial or possibly in medicine

 What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
More responsibility in school within volunteering and leadership

What are your co-curricular activities?
'm looking forward to new opportunities in the Sixth Form


 What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
 The amazing atmosphere and wide range of possibilities within academic, creatives and the wider community



Georgia Hodgson 

What were your results? 
I'm over the moon with my 11 grade 9s!


What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Psychology

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?

Hopefully medicine at Oxbridge or London

What is the dream job?
I would love to become a cardiologist

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?

Getting more in-depth with my favourite subjects and meeting new people

What are your co-curricular activities?

I am President of Debating Society, and I also enjoy Erpingham Society, Dance and Drama

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
The whole community is so supportive - pupils and teachers that help you unlock your potential to be the best you can be.


Barnaby

What were your results? 

I’m really pleased to have got all grade 8s and 9s! I got 6 grade 9s and 4 grade 8s.

 

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form? 

Computer Science, 2D Design, Mathematics, Further Maths.

 

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?

I would love to go to Oxbridge to study Computer Science.

 

What is the dream job? 

I’d like to be a Barrister or a Management Consultant.

 

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form? 

Being able to do more independently-driven work. 

 

What are your co-curricular activities? 

Debating and guitar. I’m really looking forward to Mr Robbins’ Toastmasters Club and the Mock Law trial.

 

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School? 

The teachers are fantastic!


Ted Bowyer

What were your results? 
I got 3 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s, 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6


What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Maths, Further Maths and Economics, possibly with English

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?

I would love to go to LSE or UCL but we will have to see! 


What is the dream job?
Something to do with investment banking at the moment

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
More in-depth subject studies and being able to spend more time studying what I really enjoy

What are your co-curricular activities?
I’ve enjoyed doing lots of rowing and music



Bea Wells

What were your results?  
I’m really happy! I got 4 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s, and 1 grade 5

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Psychology, PE, Biology and English

What is the dream job?
Something in the army - not sure exactly what, yet!


What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Being able to focus on fewer subjects, the ones that I love, and doing more independent learning

What are your co-curricular activities?
 I’m hoping to do even more running, continue onto Gold DofE, community service and looking forward to being part of the charities committee

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
The setting of the Cathedral and The Close grounds and all the sport



Freddie Miller

What were your results? 
I got 5 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s and 3 grade 7s

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Economics, Physics, Maths and Further Maths

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I haven't decided yet…watch this space

What is the dream job?
Not sure as yet! Still thinking about it

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Just focusing on the subjects I like and am good at

What are your co-curricular activities?
Model United Nations next year and Erpingham Society this year

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
It’s really great being in the centre of the City



Louis Miller

What were your results? 
4 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s and 1 grade 7.
 
What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Classics, Economics, Politics and History.
 
Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I’d like to go to Exeter or Durham to study Politics and International Relations
 
What is the dream job? 
I’d like to be a diplomat of some sort.
 
What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form? 
I’m looking forward to more independence/free periods and a closer academic relationship with teachers.
 
What are your co-curricular activities? 
I would like to be involved with MUN next year, to continue with Colloquium and join the Charities Committee.
 
What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School? 
I like being involved in competitive sports and the driven aspect of academic life.


Freya Osborne

What were your results?   
I’m so pleased – I got 10 grade 9s!

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Biology, Chemistry and Maths

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I’m really excited about applying for Veterinary Medicine at RVC, Edinburgh, Nottingham or Liverpool


What is the dream job?
I want to be a vet – possibly mixed practice

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Having greater academic freedom and getting stuck into choosing a topic for my independent project

What are your co-curricular activities?
So many!! I am in Scouts as a Young Leader. I am looking forward to being in the musical - Guys and Dolls (having done Footloose and the Senior Play last year). I am also looking forward to singing in the choir and hopefully Chamber Choir as well next year

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
The amount of extra-curricular opportunities to balance out the academic demands



Caidon Cary

What were your results? 
I’m really happy with my 3 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s, 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Further Maths

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
No idea yet

What is the dream job?
If money wasn’t an issue - maybe a Zoo keeper!


What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Freedom - it allows you to learn more about the advanced subjects

What are your co-curricular activities?
Next year I would like to make volunteering fit alongside the busy academic demands of my subject choices

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
The community side of things - it's a friendly place and it just kind of works!



Mary Amaka-Maidoh

What were your results?   
I’m thrilled to have got 11 grade 9s!

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Psychology

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I want to be involved with science maybe even medicine

What is the dream job?
Forensics

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
Free periods!

What are your co-curricular activities?
I have enjoyed being involved in netball and science club, medsoc and choir too. I’m looking forward to community service next year

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
I like feeling comfortable and Norwich School has a really great tight knit community - knowing everyone



Joel Fox

What were your results? 
I’m really pleased with my 11 grade 9s and 1 grade 8

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Maths, Further Maths, History and possibly Latin/Classics

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I’m hoping to study PPE at Oxford

What is the dream job?
I’d like to be an investment banker or something in politics

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
I’m looking at more in depth study in the subjects I enjoy

What are your co-curricular activities? 

I’ve been involved in the MUN and Erpingham Society.
 
What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
I love both the sporting and extra-curricular opportunities available to me



Ava deCooper Wride 

What were your results? 
I got 2 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s and 1 grade six.
 
What will you go on to study in Sixth Form? 
Psychology, 3D Art and Sports Science. 
Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I am not sure that I will go to university. 
 
What is the dream job? 
Something in sport, for sure. 
What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form? 
Focusing on studying subjects that I really enjoy. 
What are your co-curricular activities?
Sport – mainly netball and rugby. 
What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School? 
Definitely sport and also my amazing group of friends. 


Zachary Baker

What were your results? 
I’m really pleased with my 9 grade 9s, 1 grade 8 and 1 grade 7

What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
Physics, Maths, Further Maths and Music

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I’d really like to either go to Cambridge or ETH to do Engineering

What is the dream job?
Don't know yet - something in design though I hope

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
More independence and even more rowing!

What are your co-curricular activities?
Music in and out of school, and rowing

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
Having a nice group of friends



Hector Larner-Longe

What were your results? 
2 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s and 1 grade 5.
 
What will you go on to study in Sixth Form?
History, Politics, Economics and PRE

Are you hoping to go to University? If yes, what will you study?
I would really like to study History at York University

What is the dream job?

I am hoping to apply to be a Royal Marine

What are you most looking forward to about going into Sixth Form?
I am looking forward to being able to specialise in the subjects I'm most interested in

What are your co-curricular activities?
I’ve played rugby and am involved in rowing

What do you love most about being a pupil at Norwich School?
How old the school the school is and being a part of its history

Camera Kidz - That's A Rap!

By Sonja Mitchell • January 16, 2026
An upgrade to sound quality is music to our ears!

An evening with award-winning film director Barney Broom (60-70)

By Sonja Mitchell • January 15, 2026
You are invited to attend Barney’s unique talk exploring the captivating world of film

Lower 6 2D Pupils Take in the Sights Exploring Some of London's Spectacular Galleries

By Eleanor Lewis • January 14, 2026
Lower 6 Art and Design pupils enjoyed a trip to London this week. We hear from Elise Foong, pupil and member of the Close Creatives Collective about the trip. "On Tuesday 13 January, a group of L6 2D students, and a few fine art pupils, including myself, went on a trip to London to visit some galleries. Our day consisted of spectacular gallery showings, many underground rides, bustling streets and unfortunately a continuous amount of rain. The first gallery we visited was the Design Museum, ‘Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s’, was one of the exhibitions we looked at, it was on how the Blitz nightclub completely transformed and reshaped many art and creative forms physically and socially, as well as also creating a post-war welfare state. Another exhibition, or I should say an archive, we saw at the Design Museum was ‘Wes Anderson: The Archives’, this was most definitely the highlight of my trip as I would consider myself quite the fan, it felt so surreal seeing all the real props, figures, and outfits from the films themselves! I found it quite awesome how, Wes Anderson having a highly distinctive and meticulously crafted cinematic style also shines through in how he began collecting and archiving props and costumes from all his films after Bottle Rocket 1996. After all the standing and walking we did, we took the underground to Borough Market and had lunch. There were many unique food stalls that sold many things like fresh produce, cheese, pastries including cannolis, international street foods like paella, curries and burgers. After lunch we then walked around and over the Millennium bridge, where I learnt of the hundreds of tiny and vibrant artworks on discarded chewing gum, and took the underground from St Paul’s to the Photographers’ Gallery where we saw Boris Mikhailov’s ‘Ukrainian Diary’. Which presented 50 years of his work that showed a unique visual history through experimentally and emotionally charged photography, the poignant, difficult images of Ukrainian life falls deeply relevant and powerful against the backdrop of the ongoing war which I found very raw and confrontational. After everyone had finally regrouped we headed to take the central line once again back to the train station to conclude our trip. Big thanks to Mr Passam, Mr Seaman, and Miss Goian who made this trip possible!" Photography - Elise Foong

An Air of Mystery in the Undercroft

By Eleanor Lewis • January 13, 2026
Fourth Form pupils put their detective skills to the test in a library-based murder mystery event centred on the “murder” of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Following a trail of clues left around the crime scene, pupils tracked down a series of witness books and questioned them carefully to build their case. Their investigation led them to six suspects, with cryptic titles including One of Us Is Lying, Death or Ice Cream, Murder on a School Night and Knife Edge. With plenty of debate and deduction, pupils worked together to eliminate suspects and uncover the truth. The final challenge was to discover the motive, which they successfully revealed by cracking a coded message using a cipher left by the murderer.  Hot chocolate and brownies helped to keep energy levels up, and there was a real buzz in the library as pupils discussed clues, books and theories. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who took part and sparked lots of conversation and storytelling. As our first event of 2026’s National Year of Reading, it was a great success and a fantastic way to celebrate books and reading in a creative and engaging way. No books were harmed, damaged or dog-eared during the investigation.

Lower 3 Explore the Cambridge Mosque

By Eleanor Lewis • January 13, 2026
On Tuesday 13 January, Lower Three pupils visited Cambridge Mosque as part of their History topic on Islamic Civilisation. Pupils enjoyed a guided tour exploring the mosque’s eco-friendly architecture, learning about its sustainable design and the importance of symbolism. They examined artefacts, discussed the Five Pillars of Islam and their significance in daily life.

East Anglian Cross Country League

By Eleanor Lewis • January 10, 2026
Saturday 10 January saw the first round of the East Anglian Cross Country League, where 15 of our runners took to Gresham's muddy woods and exposed fields to race runners from Ipswich School, RHS and Gresham's. In the Junior Boys' race Joshua Bevan was our first runner home, finishing in 3rd place, while Henry Drew came 6th. We had strength in numbers in the Senior Boys' race and took 3rd, 4th , 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th positions! Leon Liu was fastest on the day, followed by Ethan Buskell in 4th and Jeremy Lo in 5th. Leo Pitt, Edward Lott, George Yiasimi and Tom Copley completed the strong team performance. The performance of the day came in the Senior Girls' race where, after some very bunched racing in the first half, Ruby Ivie emerged from the woods with an unassailable lead to win outright despite racing girls many years her senior. We took the top 5 places with Bea Green coming 2nd, Minnie Andrews 3rd, Amelie Ivie 4th and Izzy Last 5th. An extremely strong team performance was completed by Olivia Allen who came home in 8th place. This season promises to bring some silverware and we look forward to our next fixture this Saturday at Mousehold Heath. Saturday's fixture is open to any runner, in any year group. You do not have to be doing cross country for games to compete. If you are keen and available to run at Mousehold this coming Saturday afternoon do get in touch with Mr Hudson for more details. Sixth Form helpers are needed so please consider volunteering if available.

Norfolk County Cross Country Championships

By Eleanor Lewis • January 8, 2026
The Norfolk County Cross Country Championships were held at Earlham Park, Sunday 4 January. The event includes races for different age groups, with U11s running 2.1km, U13 running 3.1km, U15 running 4.5km and U17s running 6km. This event was a great opportunity for athletes of all ages to compete and showcase their skills in cross country running. All pupils did exceptionally well all whilst braving the frosty weather! The following pupils took part; U11 Girls - Agatha, U3 - 1 st place U11 Boys - Seb, U3 - 2 nd place U13 Girls - Emi Muntingh, U4 - 1 st place and now invited to take part in the London Mini Marathon in April! U15 Girls - Ruby Ivie, M5 - 6 th place U17 Girls - Beatrice Green, L6 - 6 th place U17 Girls - Olivia Allen, L6 - 9 th place Congratulations to all!

Start of Lent 2026 - Head's Address

By Eleanor Lewis • January 6, 2026
Welcome back! It is good to have the community back in the Cathedral and to get started on this new term as we begin another calendar year. You may remember that when we finished at the end of last term, I encouraged you to practice kindness over the holiday and to participate, even if that involved a little bit of silliness, something we enjoyed with the Red Gowns’ interactive 12 Days of Christmas. I very much hope that you did get stuck in and were kind to those with whom you spent time over the festive period. These themes of kindness and participation are certainly ones I want you to continue to practise as our community resumes its life together after the holiday. Regarding kindness, you will remember that I set the examples of random kindness from the London Underground as a bar of expected behaviour in our community. Everybody here should be able to come to school looking forward to their learning and any evidence of that being obstructed is viewed as a serious disciplinary issue. Do not be the obstructor yourself and, if you see someone else being unkind, be the upstander who takes action to ensure such behaviour is stopped. That can be done through the pastoral system or our anonymous reporting system, Whisper . This is the sort of proactive kindness we expect at Norwich School.  Regarding participation with a whiff of silliness, and in light of the freezing weather this week, at the end of the talk I will read out some of the winning entries in Norfolk County Council’s competition to name their gritting vehicle fleet. See if you can think of any yourselves, while I am speaking! Now you may have come back to term with your own goals. As we know, New Year’s Resolutions cause strong conversations, some people swearing by the ability to have this annual reset, while others are just as determined to avoid such a January fad. Whichever camp you are in, I take the opportunity to remind you of the 5 ways to wellbeing, long championed in our school as a helpful guide to living well. They are: stay active, keep learning, take notice of the natural world, give to others and connect with friends. In a world where your generation’s digital footprint is ever heavier and more impactful on your future lives, I recommend these simple guidelines for living well in the real world, supplemented by strong sleep hygiene and a sensible, balanced diet. Whatever the impacts of AI, and we seem to be at a stage as a society where we are still establishing our relationship with this powerful new technology, it does not change homo sapiens’ status as a social animal that is stimulated by community, creativity and play. I challenge you in 2026 to be curious, both about yourself and the world around you, and to emphasise fun; do things that you enjoy, that give you pleasure, whether as an individual or as part of a group. Remember, we are a social species. Take steps to be physically active and to give of yourself to others. These are not just nice touches but fundamental to our daily lives as human beings. No amount of digital presence or AI can adequately make up for these realities. So, as we begin this new term, I require you to give due consideration to how you will be a positive, contributing member of our community. At Norwich School we care for each other, celebrate our successes and are proactive when others are struggling. Such priority on togetherness is not inevitable, either in a school setting or wider society; it needs careful curation and protection. I believe it is a key reason why hundreds of ONs choose to come back to Cathedral Close on the Saturday after the Michaelmas Term ends, sometimes even before their university term has finished, in order to meet up with their school friends. Our reading today from page 189 of the hymn book talks about key words being bound around our neck, written on the tablet of our heart. The Norwich School community can be comfortable with the bible’s words of love and faithfulness; after all, they sit well with our own values of love, compassion and inclusion. If we get it right, these values and behaviours are with us throughout our lives, they become part of us because of what we learn about community at Norwich School. Yet, do not take this community for granted; help to preserve what makes it special and enjoy its benefits while you are here. I believe the following to be true for every single one of you: opportunities in sport, music, drama, dance, community service, clubs and societies, academic progress, pastoral support will never be as easy as when you are at Norwich School. And the real magic is that it is achieved not by shutting ourselves off from the outside world but by embracing our connections with the wider community. Special indeed. To finish, I wonder how you got on with the gritter-naming competition. I’ll read some of the better ones. I’m not expecting much of a reaction; you can be a tough crowd at the best of times and 8:40 on Tuesday 6 January is not likely to be your finest hour, but they might make some of the staff smile and it will set up the tone of participatory fun with which we are going to start the term. Blizzard of Oz, Boud-Ice-A, The Grit Gatsby, Gritty Gritty Bang Bang, Lando Norice, Paddingon Brrr, Grit Astley (Never Gonna Slip You Up) – definitely one for the teachers, there. My three favourites: Edith Gravel, Control Salt Delete and, careful, dodgy US Accent incoming: Snow-Be-Gone Kenobi. Welcome back and do have a great term!

An Afternoon of Magic at the Lower School Carol Service

By Eleanor Lewis • December 12, 2025
The Lower School carol service at Norwich Cathedral was a truly magical occasion, set against a dusky backdrop that heightened the sense of joy and wonder. The cathedral’s soaring arches and glowing stained glass offered the perfect setting for a celebration filled with Christmas spirit and joy. The service opened with a solo of Once in Royal David’s City by U3 pupil Zoe Asamoah, whose clear and expressive voice resonated beautifully through the vast space, setting a moving tone for the afternoon. The Lower 2 tableau was equally enchanting, their poise and reverence bringing the Christmas story vividly to life.  What followed was a series of performances that were both heartfelt and uplifting. The Little Voices Choir, Infant Choir, Chamber Choir, and School Choir each sang with warmth and precision, contributing their own distinctive character to the service. A highlight for many was the whole school’s rendition of Away in a Manger, with singers positioned throughout the cathedral, even along the side aisles, the piece created a shimmering, almost ethereal atmosphere that seemed to wrap the entire congregation in peace. As the service came to a close, selected members of U3 performed a hauntingly beautiful version of The Candle Song. With the cathedral lights dimmed and a single candle glowing softly, their perfectly blended voices created a moment of profound stillness and reflection. The afternoon was a testament to the talent, dedication, and sincerity of everyone involved, leaving all who attended with a deep sense of joy and quiet contemplation.

The Christmas Jumper Competition with a Twist...

By Eleanor Lewis • December 12, 2025
The Lower 4 Christmas Jumper Competition is always an event of great anticipation, and this year was no exception. Adorned with baubles, tinsel and whatever else Fourth Form could find (including Mariah Carey), the tutors made their way to the Blake for a catwalk never to be forgotten. However, this year had a twist with the additional competition of the Fourth Form Tutor Challenge. For the tutor challenge we had a range of performances from a mini play with a murder mystery, a Christmas ‘Guess Who’ quiz, a musical number and even a conducting dinosaur! Congratulations to all pupils who took part and especially to the tutors for taking to the runway and to the performances with such enthusiasm. Congratulations to L42 who won this year’s jumper competition, following behind in 2 nd place was L43. For the tutor challenge we had L41 in 1 st place and L44 in 2 nd! We look forward to seeing what the pupils come up with next year….
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