- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
37 first choices, 42 offers made
Met the standard at 1173%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.5%
- Pupils
- 362
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.4
Schools in CO16
A postcode district in Essex
- Postcode district
- 17 schools and nurseries
In short: CO16 is a postcode district in Essex with 9 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries179 primary · 2 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All CO16 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CO16
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in CO16
9 in CO16, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
38 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1162%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 208
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
45 first choices, 38 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.3%
- Pupils
- 324
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.0
Secondary Schools in CO16
2 in CO16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Essex
Essex, CO16 9PY · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 16
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Minerva Independent School
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 8DH · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in CO16
7 in CO16, highest Ofsted grade first
Nanny Jo's Day Nursery
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 0JE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Jimmy's Pre-School - Cann Hall
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 8DA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Pals Childrens Centre Nursery
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 8BE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Special Schools in CO16
2 in CO16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Essex
Essex, CO16 9PY · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 16
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Minerva Independent School
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 8DH · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in CO16
2 in CO16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Essex
Essex, CO16 9PY · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 16
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Minerva Independent School
Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 8DH · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 17
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CO16, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good16
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every CO16 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CO16 has 17 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in CO16
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CO16
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CO16?
CO16 has 17 schools, including 9 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CO16?
The highest-ranked schools in CO16 on Eduscope are St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Tendring Primary School, Engaines Primary School and Nursery. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in CO16?
There are 2 independent schools in CO16, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in CO16?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 17 schools in CO16 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.