Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Parsons Heath 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 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Newson, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 51 in Colchester.
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Parsons Heath 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 | Templewood Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 3EZ |
| Headteacher | C Newson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.1% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10587th of 13,686
Nationally
1166th of 1,612
In East of England
39th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
50%
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
13Sports
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
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Templewood Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO4 3EZ
Journey to School
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