Messing Primary School
URN: 139252 • Colchester CO5 9TH
Overview
- Name
- Messing Primary School
- URN
- 139252
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NEW HALL MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Charlotte Brown (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01621815415
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Colchester CO5 9TH
Summary
Messing Primary School, located in Colchester, Essex, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 88 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 84. The school aims to provide a stimulating and tailored educational experience, encouraging children to become inquisitive learners. The curriculum is broad and balanced, incorporating both academic and enrichment activities to support individual interests and development.
The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, with outstanding marks in leadership, personal development, and early years provision. This reflects the commitment of the staff, governors, and parents to foster a positive learning environment. The school emphasizes teamwork, respect, and the nurturing of each child's unique qualities.
Messing Primary School enjoys strong ties with its local community, welcoming pupils from surrounding areas. The idyllic rural setting includes a sports field, sensory garden, and play area, enhancing the overall educational experience. The school is sponsored by New Hall School, allowing it to benefit from shared resources and expertise, further enriching the educational journey for its students.
The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, with outstanding marks in leadership, personal development, and early years provision. This reflects the commitment of the staff, governors, and parents to foster a positive learning environment. The school emphasizes teamwork, respect, and the nurturing of each child's unique qualities.
Messing Primary School enjoys strong ties with its local community, welcoming pupils from surrounding areas. The idyllic rural setting includes a sports field, sensory garden, and play area, enhancing the overall educational experience. The school is sponsored by New Hall School, allowing it to benefit from shared resources and expertise, further enriching the educational journey for its students.
Useful links
- GOVERNORS (governance)
- Agents of Change (calendar)
- Booking Form (download)
- About Messing Village (other)
- About Us (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Head’s Welcome (other)
- Our School (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Home Farm Primary School (75.6)
- Hamilton Primary School (75.4)
- Home Farm Primary School (75.1)
- St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester (74.0)
- Great Bentley Primary School (73.2)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NEW HALL MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 88
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 39
- FSM %
- 19.30
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 88 | 49 | 39 | 84 | 19.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 87 | 45 | 42 | 84 | 21.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 85 | 41 | 44 | 84 | 23.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 85 | 41 | 44 | 84 | 23.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 86 | 47 | 39 | 84 | 24.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 87 | 45 | 42 | 84 | 20.70 |
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