Philip Morant School and College

URN: 146794 • Colchester CO3 4QS

Overview

Name
Philip Morant School and College
URN
146794
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephanie Neill (since 2025)
Telephone
01206545222
Website
Visit
Address
Rembrandt Way, Colchester CO3 4QS

Summary

Philip Morant School and College, located in Colchester, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,828 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,902. The school is part of The Sigma Trust, which it joined in January 2019, allowing collaboration with other institutions to enhance educational outcomes. The school's ethos is built around the principles of aspiration, success, and kindness, aiming to foster a community where every student feels valued and supported.

The curriculum at Philip Morant is designed to provide a holistic education, preparing students for their future educational and career paths. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and performing arts, which complement academic learning. Additionally, the Sigma Sixth form provides a close-knit environment for post-16 education, focusing on excellence and personal development.

Support for students is a key priority, with provisions for enhanced learning and special educational needs. The school emphasizes wellbeing and personal safety, ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need to thrive both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE SIGMA TRUST
Capacity
1902
Pupils
1828
Boys
1007
Girls
821
FSM %
25.90
Open date
2019-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1828 1007 821 1902 25.90
2024-09-11 1715 933 782 1902 24.90
2023-09-11 1775 966 809 18.60
2022-09-11 1775 966 809 18.60
2021-09-11 1744 920 824 16.20
2020-09-11 1625 860 765 12.20

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