Queen Boudica Primary School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Queen Boudica Primary School
Queen Boudica 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 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Queen Boudica Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Woodward, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5038th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 51 in Colchester.
Queen Boudica Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 47 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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 Queen Boudica Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Queen Boudica 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 | Cowper Crescent, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 5XT |
| Headteacher | Clare Woodward |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5038th of 13,686
Nationally
522nd of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
68%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cowper Crescent, Colchester
Colchester, CO4 5XT
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