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Highwoods Community Primary School

Tynedale Square, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9SN

A Good-rated primary school in Colchester where 78% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

447

Ages

4-11

FSM

17.7%

Capacity

450

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2015

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

86.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

86.0%

RWM Combined

78.0%

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About Highwoods Community Primary School

Highwoods Community Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 447 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Tynedale Square, Colchester, CO4 9SN | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2024 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Mar 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Highwoods Community Primary School

What is Highwoods Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Highwoods Community Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Highwoods Community Primary School's latest exam results?

Highwoods Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Highwoods Community Primary School located?

Highwoods Community Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO4 9SN).

How many pupils attend Highwoods Community Primary School?

Highwoods Community Primary School has around 447 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Highwoods Community Primary School with other schools?

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