Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
98%
Capacity
82
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Great Tey Church of England Voluntary 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 82 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 84 places).
Ofsted has rated Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Overton, 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 5606th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 51 in Colchester.
Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 9 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 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 Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Great Tey Church of England Voluntary 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 | Chrismund Way, Colchester, Colchester, CO6 1AZ |
| Headteacher | Lucy Overton |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 84 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5606th of 13,686
Nationally
597th of 1,612
In East of England
26th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Chrismund Way, Colchester
Colchester, CO6 1AZ
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