The Honywood Community Science School
URN: 136729 • Colchester CO6 1PZ
Overview
- Name
- The Honywood Community Science School
- URN
- 136729
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Saunders (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01376561231
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westfield Drive, Colchester CO6 1PZ
Summary
The Honywood Community Science School is a mixed secondary academy located in Colchester, Essex, serving the village of Coggeshall and surrounding areas. With a current enrolment of 821 pupils, the school has a capacity of 800 and is noted for its high academic achievement and oversubscription. Since becoming an academy in 2011, Honywood has focused on fostering independent and resilient learners who are well-prepared for future challenges.
The school's curriculum is designed to be academically rigorous, broad, and balanced, aiming to inspire students through a deep understanding of various disciplines. Honywood emphasizes the importance of personal growth, encouraging students to reflect on their learning attributes and develop skills that will benefit them in society. The school also prioritizes building strong relationships with families and the community, ensuring that all students have equitable opportunities for success.
Honywood's ethos revolves around social equity and the belief that every student can achieve their potential, regardless of their background. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment that promotes well-being and aspiration, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for lifelong learning and personal development.
The school's curriculum is designed to be academically rigorous, broad, and balanced, aiming to inspire students through a deep understanding of various disciplines. Honywood emphasizes the importance of personal growth, encouraging students to reflect on their learning attributes and develop skills that will benefit them in society. The school also prioritizes building strong relationships with families and the community, ensuring that all students have equitable opportunities for success.
Honywood's ethos revolves around social equity and the belief that every student can achieve their potential, regardless of their background. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment that promotes well-being and aspiration, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for lifelong learning and personal development.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Information for C11 families: please see a copy of the C11 mock timetable atatched. This information has been sent to all C11 learners. (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Colchester County High School for Girls (77.7)
- Colchester County High School for Girls (70.2)
- Colchester Royal Grammar School (70.2)
- The Gilberd School (70.2)
- The Stanway School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 821
- Boys
- 421
- Girls
- 400
- FSM %
- 18.00
- Open date
- 2011-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 821 | 421 | 400 | 800 | 18.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 783 | 409 | 374 | 800 | 18.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 766 | 387 | 379 | 800 | 15.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 766 | 387 | 379 | 1050 | 15.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 810 | 419 | 391 | 1050 | 11.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 896 | 461 | 435 | 1050 | 8.30 |
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