Colchester Royal Grammar School
URN: 149899 • Colchester CO3 3ND
Overview
- Name
- Colchester Royal Grammar School
- URN
- 149899
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 46.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Russell (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01206509100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 3ND
Summary
Colchester Royal Grammar School (CRGS) is a boys' secondary academy located in Colchester, Essex, with a current enrollment of 1,059 students, exceeding its capacity of 777. Founded in 1206, the school has a rich history and has evolved into a National Teaching School and National Support School since becoming an academy in 2012. In May 2023, CRGS joined The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, further enhancing its educational framework.
The school promotes a unique ethos that encourages students to embrace challenges and aim for high standards. CRGS offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to stretch and inspire students, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, drama, and sports. The school also features a family-style boarding house for 30 Sixth Form students, fostering a multicultural community.
CRGS is committed to developing well-rounded individuals, providing a supportive environment that prioritises academic excellence and personal growth. The school has received accolades for its performance, being recognised as one of the top selective boys' state schools in the country.
The school promotes a unique ethos that encourages students to embrace challenges and aim for high standards. CRGS offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to stretch and inspire students, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, drama, and sports. The school also features a family-style boarding house for 30 Sixth Form students, fostering a multicultural community.
CRGS is committed to developing well-rounded individuals, providing a supportive environment that prioritises academic excellence and personal growth. The school has received accolades for its performance, being recognised as one of the top selective boys' state schools in the country.
Useful links
- Governor Login (governance)
- CRGSonline (other)
- The Colcestrian Magazine (other)
- Follow us on Twitter (other)
- iSAMS Parent Portal (other)
- Parents Evening System (other)
- Parents (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Parents’ Association (other)
- Follow us on Instagram (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Colchester County High School for Girls (77.7)
- Colchester County High School for Girls (70.2)
- Colchester Royal Grammar School (70.2)
- The Gilberd School (70.2)
- The Stanway School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 777
- Pupils
- 1059
- Boys
- 923
- Girls
- 136
- FSM %
- 4.50
- Open date
- 2023-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1059 | 923 | 136 | 777 | 4.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1018 | 898 | 120 | 777 | 4.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 777 |
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