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Home Farm Primary School

Shelley Road, Lexden, Colchester, CO3 4JL

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Pupils

424

Ages

4-11

FSM

6.4%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Outstanding

Oct 2021

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

82.0%

Maths

89.0%

RWM Combined

75.0%

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About Home Farm Primary School

Home Farm Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 75% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 424 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Shelley Road, Colchester, CO3 4JL | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2021 — School remains Outstanding
Jun 2016 — Outstanding (predecessor: Home Farm Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Home Farm Primary School

What is Home Farm Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Home Farm Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Home Farm Primary School's latest exam results?

Home Farm Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 75% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Home Farm Primary School located?

Home Farm Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO3 4JL).

How many pupils attend Home Farm Primary School?

Home Farm Primary School has around 424 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Home Farm Primary School with other schools?

View Home Farm 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.