Kings Ford Academy
URN: 142001 • Colchester CO2 9AZ
Overview
- Name
- Kings Ford Academy
- URN
- 142001
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INSPIRES MAT
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Jackson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01206573807
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gloucester Avenue, Colchester CO2 9AZ
Summary
King's Ford Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Colchester, Essex, with a current enrolment of 169 pupils and a capacity of 240. As part of the Inspires Multi Academy Trust, the school has consistently received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education. The academy aims to foster enthusiastic and inquisitive learners, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development.
The school promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the development of the 'whole child.' Its core values—Leadership, Initiative, Resilience, Community, and Organisation—guide the teaching and learning environment, preparing students to become confident and responsible citizens. The curriculum is designed to be broad and inclusive, encouraging all pupils to explore their talents and develop essential interpersonal skills.
King's Ford Academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement and building partnerships within the local area. Celebrating its 70th anniversary alongside King's Ford Infant School, the academy strives to create a sense of belonging for all students and encourages them to contribute positively to their community.
The school promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the development of the 'whole child.' Its core values—Leadership, Initiative, Resilience, Community, and Organisation—guide the teaching and learning environment, preparing students to become confident and responsible citizens. The curriculum is designed to be broad and inclusive, encouraging all pupils to explore their talents and develop essential interpersonal skills.
King's Ford Academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement and building partnerships within the local area. Celebrating its 70th anniversary alongside King's Ford Infant School, the academy strives to create a sense of belonging for all students and encourages them to contribute positively to their community.
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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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- INSPIRES MAT
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 169
- Boys
- 97
- Girls
- 72
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 169 | 97 | 72 | 240 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 106 | 91 | 240 | 28.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 195 | 86 | 109 | 240 | 32.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 195 | 86 | 109 | 240 | 32.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 199 | 93 | 106 | 240 | 26.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 96 | 112 | 240 | 25.50 |
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