Camulos Academy
Colchester, CO4 6AL · Essex · primary school
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43rd of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.3/10 against 3,977 of them, against 8.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Camulos Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Getting in
The published school roll is 406 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available for pupils to join outside of lesson time? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Camulos Academy
Overview
Camulos Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a "warm, friendly school where everyone is welcome," where pupils are "valued for their individuality" and learn well. Staff maintain high expectations, supporting pupils to demonstrate ‘learning powers’ such as being "reflective and resilient."
Strengths
- The school offers a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that is relevant to the local area, delivered by staff with "good subject knowledge" in an engaging way.
- Teaching is consistent, with staff using methods like ‘Camulos question time’ to check understanding and ensure pupils "revisit key knowledge regularly."
- Reading is prioritised, with "well-trained staff" teaching phonics consistently and providing support so pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully included in the curriculum" through clear identification processes and staff adaptations.
- Behaviour is managed effectively, with a "clear and well-understood behaviour policy" ensuring pupils are "well supported" and attend school well.
Areas to improve
- For some pupils with SEND, "learning targets lack precision," making it difficult to measure success or determine when to move on to new targets.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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