The Thomas Lord Audley School

URN: 137937 • Colchester CO2 8NJ

Overview

Name
The Thomas Lord Audley School
URN
137937
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Essex (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01206547911
Website
Visit
Address
Monkwick Avenue, Colchester CO2 8NJ

Summary

The Thomas Lord Audley School is a mixed secondary academy located in Colchester, Essex, with a current enrollment of 921 students, exceeding its capacity of 840. The school serves a diverse catchment area, including local communities such as Old Heath, Monkwick, and Mersea Island. The ethos of the school is built around the values of being "Ready, Respectful, and Responsible," fostering a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

The curriculum at Thomas Lord Audley School is designed to support students through their educational journey from Year 7 to Year 11, with detailed subject overviews available for both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The school emphasizes the importance of a growth mindset, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from their experiences. Parents have the option to withdraw their children from certain parts of the Religious Education curriculum, adhering to the school's Withdrawal Policy.

The leadership, under Headteacher Simon Essex, is committed to creating a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes student achievement and well-being. The school aims to equip students not only with strong examination results but also with essential life skills for their future success. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or reach out directly.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Capacity
840
Pupils
921
Boys
482
Girls
439
FSM %
30.40
Open date
2012-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 921 482 439 840 30.40
2024-09-11 894 445 449 840 27.40
2023-09-11 841 419 422 840 22.70
2022-09-11 841 419 422 840 22.70
2021-09-11 832 416 416 840 19.50
2020-09-11 814 414 400 840 18.40

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