Montgomery Primary School, Colchester
Colchester, CO2 9QG · Essex · primary school
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127th 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 — 7.1/10 against 3,831 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Montgomery Primary School, Colchester overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. 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 (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 608 pupils against a stated capacity of 672. 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
With 64 places currently available, how does the school manage entry-year applications if demand exceeds capacity? How does the curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in writing?
What Ofsted said about Montgomery Primary School, Colchester
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work has "improved significantly across all areas" since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Pupils describe their daily experience as "joyful" and are "immensely proud" of the high-quality education and opportunities available to them.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "wide-ranging" and carefully sequenced so pupils "remember more over time," with teachers resolving misconceptions quickly.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, using precise identification strategies and specialist guidance.
- High-quality, focused support helps pupils with significant learning gaps or early-stage English to "flourish" and become well-prepared for secondary school.
- Behaviour is "exemplary" and attendance is high, with leaders intervening quickly when standards fall short.
- Pupils engage enthusiastically in an "exceptional range" of extra opportunities, including clubs, educational visits, and morning assemblies.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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