St Mary's School for Girls

URN: 115394 • Colchester CO3 3RB

Overview

Name
St Mary's School for Girls
URN
115394
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Griffiths (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01206572544
Website
Visit
Address
91 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 3RB

Summary

St Mary's School for Girls, located in Colchester, Essex, is an independent institution catering to girls aged 2-16. With a current enrolment of 419 pupils and a capacity of 600, the school offers a comprehensive education aimed at empowering girls to excel academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to foster a strong sense of self and resilience, preparing students for future challenges.

The school has been recognised for its academic achievements, ranking as the 12th highest performing Prep School and 16th for independent secondary schools in England, according to the Sunday Times. St Mary's emphasises not only academic success but also personal development, as highlighted in its recent ISI inspection report. The school prides itself on creating a supportive environment where girls can thrive both in and out of the classroom.

St Mary’s also focuses on community engagement and offers various initiatives, including the Principal’s Award scholarship to recognise exceptional achievements among students. With a commitment to nurturing confidence and ambition, St Mary's continues to be a popular choice for families seeking an all-girls educational environment in the region.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
2 - 17
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
419
Boys
10
Girls
409
FSM %
Open date
1908-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 419 10 409 600
2024-09-11 416 9 407 600
2023-09-11 411 12 399 600 0.00
2022-09-11 411 12 399 600 0.00
2021-09-11 402 16 386 600 0.00
2020-09-11 411 12 399 600 0.00

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