Home Farm Primary School
101%
Capacity
424
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Home Farm Primary School
Home Farm 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 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Richard Potter, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1855th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 51 in Colchester.
Home Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 59 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Home Farm Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Home Farm 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 | Shelley Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO3 4JL |
| Headteacher | Richard Potter |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (21 Oct 2021): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1855th of 13,686
Nationally
174th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
78%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Farm Primary School
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Contact Information
Shelley Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO3 4JL
Journey to School
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