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Colchester schools collage

2025 Best Primary Schools in Colchester Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Colchester. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Colchester

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State · Primary
#1COLCHESTER
#19England

St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester

Priory Street, Colchester, CO1 2QB
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
207 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 64 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#2COLCHESTER
#401England

Langenhoe Community Primary School

Bracken Way, Abberton, Colchester, CO5 7PG
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School12 offers / 33 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#3COLCHESTER
#924England

Stratford St Mary Primary School

Stratford St Mary, Colchester, CO7 6YG
Suffolk council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
79 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School15 offers / 35 applications
Subscription: 2.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#4COLCHESTER
#998England

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester

Clairmont Road, Lexden, Colchester, CO3 9BE
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
219 pupils
Mixed
5-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 64 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#5COLCHESTER
#1,015England

Highwoods Community Primary School

Tynedale Square, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9SN
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
427 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 163 applications
Subscription: 2.7xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#6COLCHESTER
#1,164England

Home Farm Primary School, Colchester

Shelley Road, Lexden, Colchester, CO3 4JL
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
421 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School59 offers / 203 applications
Subscription: 3.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#7COLCHESTER
#2,146England

Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Docwra Road, Kelvedon, Colchester, CO5 9DS
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
433 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School55 offers / 87 applications
Subscription: 1.6xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#8COLCHESTER
#2,302England

Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, West Bergholt

New Church Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, CO6 3JF
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
416 pupils
Mixed
5-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 112 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9COLCHESTER
#2,524England

Boxted St Peter's Church of England School

Carter's Hill, Boxted, Colchester, CO4 5YN
Essex council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
209 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 116 applications
Subscription: 3.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Colchester

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Colchester. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Colchester

Abberton is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2Langenhoe Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Langenhoe Community Primary School#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Alresford is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25Alresford Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Alresford Primary School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Ardleigh is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#34Ardleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary AcademyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
Ardleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Balkerne Heights is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AMontgomery Infant School and Nursery, ColchesterStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Montgomery Infant School and Nursery, ColchesterN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Berechurch is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#48Montgomery Junior School, ColchesterStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#54St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, ColchesterStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Montgomery Junior School, Colchester#48
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester#54
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Birch is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#63Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School#63
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Boxted is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Boxted St Peter's Church of England SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Boxted St Peter's Church of England School#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Braiswick is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#24Braiswick Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Braiswick Primary School#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Brightlingsea is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#23Brightlingsea Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Chappel is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AChappel CofE Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandInadequate
Chappel CofE Controlled Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Inadequate

Coggeshall is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#37St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, CoggeshallStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall#37
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Colne Engaine is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#67Colne Engaine Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Colne Engaine Church of England Primary School#67
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Copford is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Dedham is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#31Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Dovercourt is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#18St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Colchester#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Earls Colne is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#35Earls Colne Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

East Bergholt is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#19East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Elmstead Market is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#49Elmstead Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Elmstead Primary School#49
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Feering is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#47Feering Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Feering Church of England Primary School#47
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Fingringhoe is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#39Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School#39
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Fordham is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AFordham All Saints CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandInadequate
Fordham All Saints CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Inadequate

Fordham Heath is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#53Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Eight Ash Green and AldhamStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Eight Ash Green and Aldham#53
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Gosfield is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AGosfield SchoolIndependentAll-through2-18 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Gosfield SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Great Bentley is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Great Bentley Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Great Bentley Primary School#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Great Bromley is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29St George's Church of England Primary School, Great BromleyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Great Horkesley is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#43The Bishop William Ward Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
The Bishop William Ward Church of England Primary School#43
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Great Tey is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#40Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#40
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Greenstead is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#45Unity Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Unity Primary Academy#45
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Highwoods is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Highwoods Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#13Brinkley Grove Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Highwoods Community Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Brinkley Grove Primary School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kelvedon is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Langham is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#33Langham Primary AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Langham Primary Academy#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Layer-de-la-Haye is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#44Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#44
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Lexden is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
#6Home Farm Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#28Hamilton Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#30Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired PupilsStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#38St. George's SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#69Willow Brook Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ASt Mary's School for GirlsIndependentAll-through2-17 yearsGirlsNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
N/AColchester Prep & High SchoolIndependentAll-through2-16 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
N/AHolmwood House SchoolIndependentPrimary0-16 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
N/AOxford House SchoolIndependentPrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding
Home Farm Primary School, Colchester#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Hamilton Primary School#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St. George's School#38
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery#69
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Mary's School for GirlsN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-17 years
Gender: Girls
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted
Colchester Prep & High SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted
Holmwood House SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 0-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted
Oxford House SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Marks Tey is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#66St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks TeyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks Tey#66
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Messing is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#58Messing Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Messing Primary School#58
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Mile End is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21Myland Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#26Cherry Tree Academy, ColchesterStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#51Friars Grove Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#59Hazelmere Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AHazelmere Infant School and NurseryStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Myland Community Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Cherry Tree Academy, Colchester#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Friars Grove Primary School#51
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Hazelmere Junior School#59
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Hazelmere Infant School and NurseryN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Monkwick is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#68Monkwick Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AMonkwick Infant and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary2-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Monkwick Junior School#68
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Monkwick Infant and Nursery SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Nayland is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Nayland Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ALittlegarth SchoolIndependentPrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Nayland Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Littlegarth SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

New Town is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#32Kendall Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Kendall Church of England Primary School#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Old Heath is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15Old Heath Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#65St James' Church of England Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Old Heath Community Primary School#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St James' Church of England Primary School, Colchester#65
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Parsons Heath is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#62Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#64Roach Vale Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#62
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Roach Vale Primary School#64
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Prettygate is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#42Prettygate Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/APrettygate Infant SchoolStatePrimary5-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Prettygate Junior School#42
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Prettygate Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Rowhedge is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#36St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, RowhedgeStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Sheepen is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12Queen Boudica Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#16Camulos AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Queen Boudica Primary School#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Camulos Academy#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Shrub End is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#57Gosbecks Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#61Kings Ford AcademyStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AKing's Ford Infant School and NurseryStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Gosbecks Primary School#57
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Kings Ford Academy#61
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
King's Ford Infant School and NurseryN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

St John's Green is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#17St John's Green Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St John's Green Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Stanway is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#41Stanway Fiveways Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#60Stanway Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ALakelands Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Stanway Fiveways Primary School#41
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Stanway Primary School#60
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Lakelands Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Stoke by Nayland is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AOneSchool Global UK Colchester CampusIndependentAll-through7-18 yearsMixedProtestantNot inspected by Ofsted
OneSchool Global UK Colchester CampusN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 7-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Protestant
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Stoke-by-Nayland is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AStoke-by-Nayland Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Stoke-by-Nayland Church of England Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Stratford St Mary is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Stratford St Mary Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Stratford St Mary Primary School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Tiptree is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#32Tiptree Heath Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#46Milldene Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#52Baynards Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Tiptree Heath Primary School#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Milldene Primary School#46
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Baynards Primary School#52
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, ColchesterStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
#50North Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding
North Primary School and Nursery#50
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

West Bergholt is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, West BergholtStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, West Bergholt#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

West Mersea is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#55Mersea Island SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Mersea Island School#55
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Wivenhoe is a popular residential pocket within the Colchester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Colchester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#22Millfields Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#56Broomgrove Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ABroomgrove Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Millfields Primary School#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Broomgrove Junior School#56
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Broomgrove Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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