Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils
110%
Capacity
230
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Candler, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5682nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 51 in Colchester.
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils include Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Trafalgar Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO3 9AS |
| Headteacher | Alex Candler |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5682nd of 13,686
Nationally
602nd of 1,612
In East of England
27th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trafalgar Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO3 9AS
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