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Braiswick Primary School

Braiswick Primary School

Colchester, CO4 5QJPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressApprentice Drive, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 5QJ
HeadteacherClaire Russell
Local AuthorityEssex
Number of Pupils409
Free School Meals (FSM)13.2%
School Capacity409 / 450 (91% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

3 Jul 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good

Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

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

Top 50%

532nd of 1,612

In East of England

Top 50%

22nd of 51

In Colchester

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

67%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:82%
Higher:27%
Writing
Expected:73%
Higher:12%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:82%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +12%

'22/23

55%

'23/24

67%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Forest SchoolGymnasiumArt StudiosICT SuiteMusic RoomsSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballCricketSwimmingCross CountryAthleticsTennisNetball

Clubs & Activities

CodingChessGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

46

Applications

94

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Braiswick Primary School

Braiswick Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01206841951www.braiswickprimary.org.uk

Apprentice Drive, Colchester

Colchester, CO4 5QJ

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Apprentice Drive, Colchester

Colchester, CO4 5QJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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