Old Heath Community Primary School
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Old Heath Community Primary School
Old Heath Community 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 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Old Heath Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Mitchelson, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4428th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 51 in Colchester.
Old Heath Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Heath Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Old Heath Community 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 | Old Heath Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO2 8DD |
| Headteacher | Amanda Mitchelson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4428th of 13,686
Nationally
458th of 1,612
In East of England
18th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 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
Old Heath Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 8DD
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