Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 115076 • Colchester CO7 6BZ
Overview
- Name
- Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 115076
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gemma Chester (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01206322242
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Parson's Field, Colchester CO7 6BZ
Summary
Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Colchester, Essex, serves a mixed-gender population of 194 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school is guided by a vision inspired by Matthew 5:14-16, encouraging students to be a light to the world. This ethos is reflected in the school's core values of perseverance, appreciation, ambition, respect, and kindness, which are integrated into daily school life.
The curriculum at Dedham Primary School aims to foster personal, academic, and spiritual growth, supported by a committed staff led by Headteacher Mrs. Gemma Chester. The school prioritises inclusivity and offers various support mechanisms, including a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to assist children with additional needs.
The school is actively involved in the local community, with opportunities for parents to engage through various channels, including social media. Regular updates and newsletters keep families informed about school activities and achievements, fostering a collaborative environment between parents, staff, and governors.
The curriculum at Dedham Primary School aims to foster personal, academic, and spiritual growth, supported by a committed staff led by Headteacher Mrs. Gemma Chester. The school prioritises inclusivity and offers various support mechanisms, including a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to assist children with additional needs.
The school is actively involved in the local community, with opportunities for parents to engage through various channels, including social media. Regular updates and newsletters keep families informed about school activities and achievements, fostering a collaborative environment between parents, staff, and governors.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Children with SEND (sen)
- Extra-Curricular Events and Clubs (calendar)
- Faces of Dedham (calendar)
- About Our School (other)
- Inspection Reports (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Home Farm Primary School (75.6)
- Hamilton Primary School (75.4)
- Home Farm Primary School (75.1)
- St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester (74.0)
- Great Bentley Primary School (73.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 194 | 97 | 97 | 210 | 9.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 199 | 104 | 95 | 210 | 11.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 209 | 113 | 96 | 210 | 9.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 209 | 113 | 96 | 210 | 9.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 212 | 115 | 97 | 210 | 11.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 108 | 100 | 210 | 7.20 |
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