St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 115131 • Colchester CO1 2RA
Overview
- Name
- St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 115131
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 35.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Belynda Fellows (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Guildford Road, Colchester CO1 2RA
Summary
St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is located in Colchester, Essex, and serves a mixed-gender student body with a capacity of 390 pupils. As a voluntary aided school, it operates with a strong emphasis on Christian values, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that promotes both academic achievement and personal development.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to engage students and encourage a love of learning. It aims to provide a broad and balanced education, incorporating the National Curriculum while also integrating the school's Christian ethos. This approach helps to develop not only the intellectual capabilities of the children but also their social and emotional skills, preparing them for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St James'. The school actively encourages parental engagement and collaboration with local organisations, fostering a sense of belonging and support among families. This community focus enhances the educational experience and helps to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive.
The curriculum at St James' is designed to engage students and encourage a love of learning. It aims to provide a broad and balanced education, incorporating the National Curriculum while also integrating the school's Christian ethos. This approach helps to develop not only the intellectual capabilities of the children but also their social and emotional skills, preparing them for future challenges.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St James'. The school actively encourages parental engagement and collaboration with local organisations, fostering a sense of belonging and support among families. This community focus enhances the educational experience and helps to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive.
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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 | 390 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 390 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 390 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 390 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 390 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 390 |
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