What counts as an independent secondary school option in Colchester?

These pages use the Independent sector in the live school data, which typically includes fee-paying schools and other privately run institutions.

Can I compare independent and state secondary schools in Colchester?

Yes. Use this page for the independent subset, then return to the main Colchester hub to compare the wider market including state-funded options.

Do independent secondary schools in Colchester appear on the map too?

Yes. The map section uses the same filtered school set as the ranking list, so you can review location and nearby alternatives without leaving the page.

Best Independent Secondary Schools in Colchester

Schools in the Colchester built-up area. Compare independent secondary schools with rankings, inspection outcomes, maps and local area views. This page currently lists 3 schools in Colchester. Schools featured here include Colchester Prep & High School, St Mary's School for Girls and Holmwood House School.

Key Performance Metrics for Colchester

% students achieving grades 9-7 (A*-A equivalent)

Colchester87%

England56%

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Colchester54.9

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Colchester44%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Colchester4.9

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Colchester8.1/10

England7.4/10

% students achieving grades 9-7 (A*-A equivalent)

Colchester

87%vsEngland

56%

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Colchester

54.9vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Colchester

44%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Colchester

4.9vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Colchester

8.1/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Colchester

Showing 1-3 of 3 schools