PrimaryData as of May 2026

North Primary School and Nursery

John Harper Street, Colchester, CO1 1RP

Community school

Pupils

455

Ages

3-11

FSM

21.0%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2012

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

55.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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About North Primary School and Nursery

North Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 455 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: John Harper Street, Colchester, CO1 1RP | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for North Primary School and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2023 — School remains Good
Sept 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about North Primary School and Nursery

What is North Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

North Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are North Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?

North Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is North Primary School and Nursery located?

North Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO1 1RP).

How many pupils attend North Primary School and Nursery?

North Primary School and Nursery has around 455 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare North Primary School and Nursery with other schools?

View North Primary School and Nursery's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Essex.