The short version
At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- The school is at capacity (223% full)
- 43% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Ages
- 5–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 502
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 42.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- HOPE LEARNING COMMUNITY
- Head
- Mrs Ruth Whitehead (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
School Road, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7ET
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Market Field School's Ofsted rating?
Market Field School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Market Field School?
Market Field School currently has 502 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Market Field School take?
Market Field School caters for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is Market Field School?
Market Field School is in Colchester, CO7 7ET, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Market Field School have a sixth form?
Yes, Market Field School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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