Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School
85%
Capacity
89
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School
Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 89 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Stevenson, it falls under Essex local authority.
Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 11 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Chappel CofE Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Colchester, Colchester, CO6 2DD |
| Headteacher | Sarah Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 105 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Colchester
Colchester, CO6 2DD
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