Braiswick Primary School
URN: 140396 • Colchester CO4 5QJ
Overview
- Name
- Braiswick Primary School
- URN
- 140396
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LEARNING PATHWAYS ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Russell (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01206841951
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Apprentice Drive, Colchester CO4 5QJ
Summary
Braiswick Primary School, located in Colchester, Essex, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 409 pupils, operating under the Learning Pathways Trust. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where children are encouraged to achieve high aspirations and develop into well-rounded individuals. The ethos revolves around creating a happy and respectful community, where students are engaged in their learning and encouraged to behave well.
The curriculum at Braiswick Primary encompasses a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, ensuring a holistic educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous professional development for staff, which enhances the quality of education provided. Braiswick Primary also embraces innovative teaching practices and actively participates in professional networks to share best practices across the Trust.
With a focus on inclusivity and emotional well-being, Braiswick Primary aims to make every child feel valued and supported. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing a positive and enriching learning environment for all students.
The curriculum at Braiswick Primary encompasses a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, ensuring a holistic educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous professional development for staff, which enhances the quality of education provided. Braiswick Primary also embraces innovative teaching practices and actively participates in professional networks to share best practices across the Trust.
With a focus on inclusivity and emotional well-being, Braiswick Primary aims to make every child feel valued and supported. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing a positive and enriching learning environment for all students.
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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
- LEARNING PATHWAYS ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 409
- Boys
- 198
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 13.20
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-07-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 409 | 198 | 211 | 450 | 13.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 405 | 199 | 206 | 450 | 13.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 427 | 211 | 216 | 450 | 16.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 427 | 211 | 216 | 450 | 16.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 370 | 183 | 187 | 450 | 17.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 333 | 161 | 172 | 450 | 15.30 |
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