Philip Morant School and College
URN: 137619 • Colchester CO3 4QS
Overview
- Name
- Philip Morant School and College
- URN
- 137619
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 42.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Scott Holder (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Rembrandt Way, Colchester CO3 4QS
Summary
Philip Morant School and College, located in Colchester, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a capacity of 1,602 students and currently serves 1,593 pupils. The school is dedicated to fostering a community where every student feels a sense of belonging, guided by its ethos of "Aspiration, Success, and Kindness." This approach underpins all aspects of school life, aiming to prepare students for future educational and career opportunities.
The curriculum at Philip Morant is designed to provide a holistic education, emphasizing academic excellence alongside personal development. The school is part of The Sigma Trust, which enhances collaboration with other institutions to improve student outcomes. Additionally, the Sigma Sixth form offers a close-knit environment for post-16 education, focusing on academic achievement and personal growth.
Support for students is a key priority, with provisions for enhanced learning and special educational needs. The school actively promotes extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, fostering a well-rounded experience for all students. Overall, Philip Morant School and College is committed to nurturing confident and ambitious young people within a supportive community.
The curriculum at Philip Morant is designed to provide a holistic education, emphasizing academic excellence alongside personal development. The school is part of The Sigma Trust, which enhances collaboration with other institutions to improve student outcomes. Additionally, the Sigma Sixth form offers a close-knit environment for post-16 education, focusing on academic achievement and personal growth.
Support for students is a key priority, with provisions for enhanced learning and special educational needs. The school actively promotes extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, fostering a well-rounded experience for all students. Overall, Philip Morant School and College is committed to nurturing confident and ambitious young people within a supportive community.
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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)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1593 | 800 | 793 | 1602 | 8.20 |
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