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
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.
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.
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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 - 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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