Monkwick Infant and Nursery School
83%
Capacity
170
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Monkwick Infant and Nursery School
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 170 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 204 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monkwick Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Cumming, it falls under Essex local authority.
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 40 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Monkwick Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Monkwick Infant and Nursery 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO2 8NN |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Cumming |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 170 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 170 / 204 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 8NN
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