The short version
Below-average SATs results. At capacity.
- SATs results are below the national average, with 47% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- The school is at capacity (101% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
47%
-15.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
-1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 25 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 15 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 211
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 19%
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- PENROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mr Ian MacDonald (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksAcademy conversion letter
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Elmcroft, Holly Way, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7YQ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Elmstead Primary School?
Elmstead Primary School currently has 211 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Elmstead Primary School take?
Elmstead Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Elmstead Primary School?
Elmstead Primary School is in Colchester, CO7 7YQ, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Elmstead Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Elmstead Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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