Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
URN: 137241 • Colchester CO5 0EW
Overview
- Name
- Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre
- URN
- 137241
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THURSTABLE SCHOOL SPORTS COLLEGE AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 52.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Ketley (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01621816526
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Maypole Road, Colchester CO5 0EW
Summary
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre, located in Colchester, Essex, serves a mixed student population of 1,031, with a capacity for 1,275. As an academy converter, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive education that focuses on both academic achievement and character development. The school operates under the guiding ethos of "Building Knowledge, Growing Character," emphasising the importance of nurturing well-rounded individuals.
The curriculum at Thurstable School is designed to foster academic excellence while embedding core values of Aspire, Respect, and Endeavour. These values are integral to the school's approach, encouraging students to develop essential character traits that will support them throughout their lives. The school actively engages with the local community, recognising the historical connections many families have with Thurstable, and aims to create a supportive environment for all stakeholders.
Thurstable School also prioritises inclusivity and support for disadvantaged students, ensuring that all pupils have access to opportunities for personal and academic growth. The school’s commitment to character education is reflected in its holistic approach, preparing students not only for exams but also for the challenges of adulthood.
The curriculum at Thurstable School is designed to foster academic excellence while embedding core values of Aspire, Respect, and Endeavour. These values are integral to the school's approach, encouraging students to develop essential character traits that will support them throughout their lives. The school actively engages with the local community, recognising the historical connections many families have with Thurstable, and aims to create a supportive environment for all stakeholders.
Thurstable School also prioritises inclusivity and support for disadvantaged students, ensuring that all pupils have access to opportunities for personal and academic growth. The school’s commitment to character education is reflected in its holistic approach, preparing students not only for exams but also for the challenges of adulthood.
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- Personal Development Newsletters (calendar)
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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 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THURSTABLE SCHOOL SPORTS COLLEGE AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
- Capacity
- 1275
- Pupils
- 1031
- Boys
- 506
- Girls
- 525
- FSM %
- 17.10
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1031 | 506 | 525 | 1275 | 17.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1141 | 568 | 573 | 1275 | 14.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1196 | 639 | 557 | 1275 | 11.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1196 | 639 | 557 | 1275 | 11.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1208 | 624 | 584 | 1275 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1190 | 613 | 577 | 1275 | 8.20 |
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