Colchester Royal Grammar School
Colchester Royal Grammar School is a secondary located in Essex, CO3 3ND. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Inadequate. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,018 pupils on roll.
Colchester Royal Grammar School is a boys school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Boys
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: Boarding school
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Essex
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 777
Number of Pupils: 1018
Number of Boys: 898
Number of Girls: 120
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 4.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-13
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Inadequate
Category of Concern: SWK
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Inadequate
Personal Development: Inadequate
Leadership & Management: Inadequate
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: No
Inspection Date: 2021-07-08
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Colchester Royal Grammar School
What is the Ofsted rating of Colchester Royal Grammar School?
Colchester Royal Grammar School has been rated Inadequate by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Colchester Royal Grammar School admit?
Colchester Royal Grammar School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Colchester Royal Grammar School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Colchester Royal Grammar School is a boys school.
What type of school is Colchester Royal Grammar School?
Colchester Royal Grammar School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Colchester Royal Grammar School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Colchester Royal Grammar School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Colchester Royal Grammar School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Colchester Royal Grammar School in Essex. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
