Braiswick Primary School
91%
Capacity
409
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Braiswick Primary School
Braiswick Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated Braiswick Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Russell, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5109th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 51 in Colchester.
Braiswick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 46 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Braiswick Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Braiswick Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Apprentice Drive, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 5QJ |
| Headteacher | Claire Russell |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 450 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5109th of 13,686
Nationally
532nd of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Apprentice Drive, Colchester
Colchester, CO4 5QJ
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