PrimaryData as of May 2026

Mersea Island School

Barfield Road, West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8QX

Foundation school

Pupils

393

Ages

2-11

FSM

19.6%

Capacity

468

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

72.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

56.0%

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About Mersea Island School

Mersea Island School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 393 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Barfield Road, Colchester, CO5 8QX | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Mersea Island School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2023 — Good
Jul 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Mersea Island School

What is Mersea Island School's Ofsted rating?

Mersea Island School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Mersea Island School's latest exam results?

Mersea Island School: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Mersea Island School located?

Mersea Island School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO5 8QX).

How many pupils attend Mersea Island School?

Mersea Island School has around 393 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Mersea Island School with other schools?

View Mersea Island School'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.