Monkwick Junior School

URN: 140668 • Colchester CO2 8NN

Overview

Name
Monkwick Junior School
URN
140668
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Walter (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
School Road, Colchester CO2 8NN

Summary

Monkwick Junior School, located in Colchester, Essex, is an academy sponsor-led institution catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 7-11. With a current enrolment of 218 students and a capacity of 300, the school fosters a safe and positive learning environment within the Monkwick Housing estate, promoting strong community ties and a commitment to education.

The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Inspiring Lifelong Learners,” and it prioritises a broad and balanced curriculum that aligns with the National Curriculum. Emphasis is placed on the importance of English and Mathematics while ensuring that all subjects are valued and taught effectively. Monkwick Junior School also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and trips to enrich students' learning experiences.

With a focus on respect, integrity, and aspiration, Monkwick Junior School aims to nurture students' passions and skills, preparing them for future educational opportunities. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to support the holistic development of its pupils.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
218
Boys
105
Girls
110
FSM %
23.90
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
2016-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 218 105 110 300 23.90
2024-09-11 218 105 110 300 23.90
2023-09-11 218 105 110 300 23.90
2022-09-11 218 105 110 300 23.90
2021-09-11 218 105 110 300 23.90
2020-09-11 218 105 110 300 23.90

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