Colchester Prep & High School

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS

Address: Wellesley Road

Colchester, CO33HD
Phone: 1206573389
Website: colchesterhighschool.co.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 115409
Type: Other independent school
Phase: Independent
Address: Wellesley Road, Colchester, CO3 3HD
Website: www.colchesterhighschool.co.uk
Age range: 2-16
Gender: Mixed
School status: Open
Capacity: 558 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 287
Special Educational Needs: 0.3% (1 pupils)

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:: 91.9 (+39.9 vs average)
Attainment 8:: 57.6 (+18.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 10 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 19; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 287 pupils; 2-16

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"God First, Others Second, Self Last."

Kindness Tolerance Respect Equality Courage Perseverance

God First, Others Second, Self Last.

Head Teacher's Message

We inspire our pupils to become the changemakers of tomorrow’s world.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Lego Club Crest Science Club Drone Club Vex Robotics Club Minecraft Club Coding Club Microsoft Office Specialist Club SketchUp Club Choir African Drums Recorder Ukulele Production Club CPHS School of Rock Art Club Podcasting Animation Music Theatre Dance Eco Club Rewind Jewellery Club Diversity Club International Cultural Experiences Club Signing Club

Sports

Football Cricket Hockey Rugby Squash Badminton Swimming Water polo Cross country Athletics Netball Basketball Dance Gymnastics Yoga

Facilities

Performing Arts Wing (Drama Studio, Music Rooms, Dance Studio) Forest School Cognita Active Learning Centres for outdoor learning

Curriculum Highlights

STEAM Curriculum powered, future-ready education Educational Technology with a Digital Literacy Programme and 1:1 device programme (Year 3–11) Microsoft Showcase School status and regular staff training via Microsoft Education Centre Nationally recognised competitions and accreditations (Arts Awards, Crest Awards, Duke of Edinburgh, Eco Schools, English Speaking Board, UKMT, Bebras, AWS GetIT)

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

The 11+ Grammar Pathway is designed for academically able, motivated pupils and includes a Grammar Stream for 11+ entry and Sixth Form entry (16+). The program supports admissions through targeted preparation for 11+ and scholarship assessments, with opportunities such as Year 5 Aspire Higher Club and Year 5 11+ Booster Sessions, and delivers personalised guidance for selective school entry, university applications, or career pathways. It also describes specialist curriculum and enrichment activities, guest speakers, and competitions to develop leadership, confidence and resilience. There are scholarships available (e.g., Year 6 3-Year Academic Scholarship; additional Year 7 scholarships in English, Mathematics, Science, Music & Performance, Digital & Creative Art, Technology, STEAM or Sport).

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available