Pupils
205
The Best Schools In Colchester Rated & Reviewed
School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Colchester. These top schools near Colchester are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.
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✔ Compare all schools in Colchester and see the best and worst performing schools
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Our number one ranked school in Colchester based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School.
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2
Colchester Prep & High School is ranked second in Colchester based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.
Pupils
280
Ages
2 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3
At number 3 in the best schools in Colchester based on our authoritative ranking is Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School.
Pupils
408
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
4
The school ranked at number four in our Colchester league table is St Teresa's Catholic Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.
Pupils
218
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5
Our number five ranked school in Colchester based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School.
Pupils
206
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Top 5 best performing schools in Colchester and their catchment areas in Colchester ranked by School Guide in 2026
- St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School
- Colchester Prep & High School
- Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
- Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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