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The Thetford Academy term dates
The Thetford Academy breaks up for October Half Term on — back to school .
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These are Norfolk council's standard term dates. We don't have The Thetford Academy's own dates yet — most schools follow these, but academies and some schools set their own dates and INSET (teacher training) days, so check with the school.
School holidays
October Half Term
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Christmas Holiday
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February Half Term
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Easter Holiday
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May Half Term
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October Half Term
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Christmas Holiday
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February Half Term
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Easter Holiday
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May Half Term
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Norfolk council's standard term dates. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
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Where: Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1LH
Phase: Secondary
Ages: 11 to 19
Pupils: 1,398
Trust: Inspiration Trust
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Website: www.thethetfordacademy.org
Ofsted
Rated Good at its last full inspection, March 2020.
- Sixth formRequires improvement
- Personal developmentGood
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Leadership and managementGood
Ofsted checked the school again in April 2025: Standards maintained.
From Ofsted's published inspection data (as at 31 August 2001). Read the full report on Ofsted
Quick answers
When does The Thetford Academy break up for the October half term?
The last day of school before October Half Term is Thursday, 22 October 2026. This is from Norfolk council's standard term dates — The Thetford Academy may set its own, so check with the school.
When do pupils go back to The Thetford Academy?
Pupils return on Monday, 2 November 2026. INSET days can change this for individual year groups — the school's own letters are always the final word.