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Colne Community School

Full Ofsted Report Good 1,255 pupils Mixed Secondary Essex www.colne.essex.sch.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

Colne Community School is a secondary located in Essex, CO7 0QL. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,255 pupils on roll.

Colne Community School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Secondary

School Type: Academy converter

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 11 to 16

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe

Religious Diocese: N/A

Local Authority: Essex

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 1540

Number of Pupils: 1255

Number of Boys: 650

Number of Girls: 605

Special Classes Code: 0

Percentage on Free School Meals: 18.3

Last Changed Date: 2025-04-04

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: Good

Category of Concern: N/A

Quality of Education: Good

Behaviour & Attitudes: Good

Personal Development: Good

Leadership & Management: Good

Early Years Provision: Not Rated

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2023-09-19

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Gallagher

Phone: 01206303511

Website: www.colne.essex.sch.uk

Location: Church Road, Brightlingsea

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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 Colne Community School

      What is the Ofsted rating of Colne Community School?

      Colne Community School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does Colne Community School admit?

      Colne Community School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.

      Is Colne Community School a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      Colne Community School is a mixed school.

      What type of school is Colne Community School?

      Colne Community School is a academy converter offering secondary education.

      What is the crime rate near Colne Community School?

      You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Colne Community 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 Colne Community School?

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