The Gilberd School
URN: 137926 • Colchester CO4 9PU
Overview
- Name
- The Gilberd School
- URN
- 137926
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALPHA TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Mitchell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01206842211
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brinkley Lane, Colchester CO4 9PU
Summary
The Gilberd School is a mixed secondary academy located in Colchester, Essex, with a current enrolment of 1,574 pupils and a capacity of 1,500. Established in 1912, the school has evolved from a selective boys’ technical institution to a non-selective co-educational academy, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and academic excellence. The school prides itself on its rich heritage and aims to foster a supportive learning environment for all students.
The curriculum at The Gilberd School is designed to provide a comprehensive education, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. Students are offered a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, alongside opportunities for extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and various sports. The school also emphasizes the importance of pastoral support, ensuring that students receive guidance and assistance throughout their educational journey.
Community engagement is a key aspect of The Gilberd School's ethos, with regular events and initiatives that encourage parental involvement and foster connections with local organisations. The school aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their future careers, promoting a well-rounded education that equips them with essential life skills.
The curriculum at The Gilberd School is designed to provide a comprehensive education, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. Students are offered a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, alongside opportunities for extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and various sports. The school also emphasizes the importance of pastoral support, ensuring that students receive guidance and assistance throughout their educational journey.
Community engagement is a key aspect of The Gilberd School's ethos, with regular events and initiatives that encourage parental involvement and foster connections with local organisations. The school aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their future careers, promoting a well-rounded education that equips them with essential life skills.
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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 Stanway School (65.5)
- East Bergholt High School (64.4)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ALPHA TRUST
- Capacity
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1574
- Boys
- 804
- Girls
- 770
- FSM %
- 14.10
- Open date
- 2012-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-11-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1574 | 804 | 770 | 1500 | 14.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1565 | 803 | 762 | 1500 | 13.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1573 | 828 | 745 | 1500 | 11.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1573 | 828 | 745 | 1500 | 11.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1586 | 829 | 757 | 1500 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1571 | 818 | 753 | 1500 | 9.20 |
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