Stanway Fiveways Primary School
81%
Capacity
513
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Stanway Fiveways Primary School
Stanway Fiveways Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 513 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Stanway Fiveways Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Squirrell, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9784th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 51 in Colchester.
Stanway Fiveways Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 49 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Stanway Fiveways Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Stanway Fiveways 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Winstree Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO3 0QG |
| Headteacher | Adam Squirrell |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 513 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 513 / 630 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9784th of 13,686
Nationally
1077th of 1,612
In East of England
35th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
54%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 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
Winstree Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO3 0QG
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