St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
83%
Capacity
232
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 281 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester "Good", the school is led by headteacher G Morgan, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12603rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 51 in Colchester.
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 21 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Camulodunum Way, Colchester, Colchester, CO2 9RA |
| Headteacher | G Morgan |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 281 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12603rd of 13,686
Nationally
1435th of 1,612
In East of England
48th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
39%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Camulodunum Way, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 9RA
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