St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester

URN: 115065 • COLCHESTER CO4 0HH

Overview

Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Craig Twin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01206841288
Website
Visit
Address
Clay Lane Grove, COLCHESTER CO4 0HH

Summary

St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School in Colchester serves a mixed-gender population of 210 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school operates within the Essex local authority and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that supports the academic and social development of its students. The ethos of the school is deeply rooted in its Christian values, promoting principles such as courage, peace, hope, faith, respect, and compassion.

The curriculum at St John's is designed to develop confident children and lifelong learners, aligning with the school's mission to meet the academic and pastoral needs of all learners. The school offers a range of educational resources and activities, including sports, music, and various workshops for parents, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

St John's places a strong emphasis on community involvement and collaboration with local church partners, enhancing the school's support network. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, and parents are encouraged to engage with the school through open mornings and various events throughout the year.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
210
Boys
116
Girls
94
FSM %
11.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 210 116 94 210 11.40
2024-09-11 210 121 89 210 12.90
2023-09-11 212 111 101 210 14.20
2022-09-11 212 111 101 210 14.20
2021-09-11 233 117 116 210 15.00
2020-09-11 241 117 124 210 9.10

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