PrimaryData as of May 2026

Messing Primary School

School Road, Messing, Colchester, CO5 9TH

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

Ages

4-11

FSM

19.3%

Capacity

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

55.0%

Writing

55.0%

Maths

36.0%

RWM Combined

36.0%

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About Messing Primary School

Messing Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 88 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: School Road, Colchester, CO5 9TH | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2025 — Good
Mar 2024 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Sept 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Messing Primary School

What is Messing Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Messing Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Messing Primary School's latest exam results?

Messing Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Messing Primary School located?

Messing Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO5 9TH).

How many pupils attend Messing Primary School?

Messing Primary School has around 88 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Messing Primary School with other schools?

View Messing Primary 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.