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Unity Primary Academy

Hickory Avenue, Greenstead, Colchester, CO4 3QJ

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

449

Ages

3-11

FSM

48.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

79.0%

RWM Combined

70.0%

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About Unity Primary Academy

Unity Primary Academy is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 449 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Hickory Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3QJ | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2023 — Requires improvement
Jul 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Unity Primary Academy

What is Unity Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Unity Primary Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Unity Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Unity Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Unity Primary Academy located?

Unity Primary Academy is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO4 3QJ).

How many pupils attend Unity Primary Academy?

Unity Primary Academy has around 449 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Unity Primary Academy with other schools?

View Unity Primary Academy'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.