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Lift Columbus

Oliver Way, Chelmsford, CM1 4ZB

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Pupils
286
Ages
3-19
FSM
31.7%
Capacity
270
Ofsted
Good
Jun 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
N/A
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Lift Columbus

Lift Columbus is a secondary school in Chelmsford, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 286 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Oliver Way, Chelmsford, CM1 4ZB | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lift Columbus, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
  2. Jun 2024 — Good
  3. May 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
  4. Jul 2014 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Lift Columbus

What is Lift Columbus's Ofsted rating?
Lift Columbus received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Lift Columbus's latest exam results?
Lift Columbus: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Lift Columbus located?
Lift Columbus is a secondary school in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 4ZB).
How many pupils attend Lift Columbus?
Lift Columbus has around 286 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Lift Columbus with other schools?
View Lift Columbus'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.