St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge
URN: 115077 • Colchester CO5 7HR
Overview
- Name
- St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge
- URN
- 115077
- 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
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kerry Malcolm (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01206728517
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rectory Road, Colchester CO5 7HR
Summary
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, located in Rowhedge, Colchester, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 223 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and respected. This ethos is supported by testimonials from parents and insights from recent inspections, highlighting the school's commitment to the well-being and personal development of its students.
The curriculum at St Lawrence is designed to foster a lifelong love of learning, incorporating the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum across various subjects, including art, science, and physical education. The school also prioritises personal, social, and emotional development, ensuring that academic achievement does not overshadow individual needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's identity, with strong ties to local organisations and initiatives. St Lawrence encourages parental engagement and offers various support services, including wraparound care, to assist families in the Rowhedge area.
The curriculum at St Lawrence is designed to foster a lifelong love of learning, incorporating the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum across various subjects, including art, science, and physical education. The school also prioritises personal, social, and emotional development, ensuring that academic achievement does not overshadow individual needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's identity, with strong ties to local organisations and initiatives. St Lawrence encourages parental engagement and offers various support services, including wraparound care, to assist families in the Rowhedge area.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governor Information (governance)
- Governor Structure (governance)
- Governor Secure Area (governance)
- Staff Secure Area (governance)
- Absence Request Form (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- SEND Report (sen)
- Sports Events (calendar)
- Admissions Policy (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 | 223 | 103 | 120 | 210 | 19.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 227 | 100 | 127 | 210 | 22.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 225 | 109 | 116 | 210 | 26.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 225 | 109 | 116 | 210 | 26.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 221 | 108 | 113 | 210 | 26.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 221 | 114 | 107 | 210 | 16.70 |
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