Gosbecks Primary School
87%
Capacity
248
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Gosbecks Primary School
Gosbecks Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 285 places).
Ofsted has rated Gosbecks Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Millbourne, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 51 in Colchester.
Gosbecks Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 23 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gosbecks Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Coding, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Gosbecks 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Owen Ward Close, Gosbecks Primary School, Colchester, Colchester, CO2 9DG |
| Headteacher | Mark Millbourne |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 285 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11538th of 13,686
Nationally
1291st of 1,612
In East of England
43rd of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
46%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Owen Ward Close, Gosbecks Primary School, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 9DG
Owen Ward Close, Gosbecks Primary School, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 9DG
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