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Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery

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Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery

Eastern Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7 0HU

Community school
Pupils
642
Ages
2-11
FSM
21.2%
Capacity
630
Ofsted
Good
Feb 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
81.0%
Writing
75.0%
Maths
78.0%
RWM Combined
69.0%

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About Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery

Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 642 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Eastern Road, Colchester, CO7 0HU | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Feb 2024 — Good
  2. Feb 2020 — Requires improvement
  3. May 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery

What is Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery located?
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO7 0HU).
How many pupils attend Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery?
Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery has around 642 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery with other schools?
View Brightlingsea 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.