Highwoods Community Primary School

URN: 139462 • Colchester CO4 9SN

Overview

Name
Highwoods Community Primary School
URN
139462
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HIGHWOODS COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Disley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01206845887
Website
Visit
Address
Tynedale Square, Colchester CO4 9SN

Summary

Highwoods Community Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Colchester, Essex, with a current enrolment of 447 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 428. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. The ethos of the school revolves around the belief that all children deserve opportunities to thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Highwoods encompasses core subjects such as maths, reading, and writing, while also offering a range of experiences in the arts, history, computing, and science. The school places a strong emphasis on developing essential life skills, including resilience and independence, through initiatives like Forest School, which encourages children to engage with their environment and take appropriate risks.

Highwoods values strong partnerships with parents, recognising their vital role in their children's education. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to participate actively in their children's learning journey, ensuring a collaborative approach to education that benefits the entire community.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HIGHWOODS COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Capacity
428
Pupils
447
Boys
234
Girls
213
FSM %
17.70
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 447 234 213 428 17.70
2024-09-11 427 226 201 428 17.80
2023-09-11 427 225 202 428 17.80
2022-09-11 427 225 202 428 17.80
2021-09-11 430 217 213 428 17.00
2020-09-11 426 208 218 428 11.50

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