Hamilton Primary School
URN: 114706 • Colchester CO3 3GB
Overview
- Name
- Hamilton Primary School
- URN
- 114706
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nick Hutchings (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01206572362
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Constantine Road, Colchester CO3 3GB
Summary
Hamilton Primary School is a community school located in Colchester, Essex, accommodating 423 pupils with a capacity of 420. Established in 1914, the school has been a vital part of the local community, focusing on nurturing children to reach their potential while preparing them for the challenges of the 21st century. The school promotes a culture of kindness, safety, and responsibility, which is embedded in its ethos and daily practices.
The curriculum at Hamilton Primary is designed to foster personal wellbeing and social responsibility. Children are encouraged to care for themselves, their peers, and the environment through various initiatives, including an Eco-Warriors program and a school council that supports local charities. The school emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse cultures and global issues, integrating these themes into subjects such as Geography, PSHE, and Music.
Hamilton Primary School welcomes parental involvement and encourages visits for prospective families. The school maintains open communication through its website and office, providing updates and resources for parents to stay engaged with their children's education.
The curriculum at Hamilton Primary is designed to foster personal wellbeing and social responsibility. Children are encouraged to care for themselves, their peers, and the environment through various initiatives, including an Eco-Warriors program and a school council that supports local charities. The school emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse cultures and global issues, integrating these themes into subjects such as Geography, PSHE, and Music.
Hamilton Primary School welcomes parental involvement and encourages visits for prospective families. The school maintains open communication through its website and office, providing updates and resources for parents to stay engaged with their children's education.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Community Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Key Information (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Home Farm Primary School (75.6)
- Home Farm Primary School (75.1)
- St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester (74.0)
- Great Bentley Primary School (73.2)
- Lakelands Primary School (72.6)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 423 | 220 | 203 | 420 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 421 | 213 | 208 | 420 | 6.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 422 | 218 | 204 | 420 | 7.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 422 | 218 | 204 | 420 | 7.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 421 | 226 | 195 | 420 | 7.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 421 | 222 | 199 | 420 | 8.30 |
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