Prettygate Infant School
98%
Capacity
177
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Prettygate Infant School
Prettygate Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Prettygate Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Millbourne, it falls under Essex local authority.
Prettygate Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 57 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Prettygate Infant School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Prettygate Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Plume Avenue, Colchester, Colchester, CO3 4PH |
| Headteacher | Mark Millbourne |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed57
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Plume Avenue, Colchester
Colchester, CO3 4PH
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