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Schools in CO5

A postcode district in Essex

  • Postcode district
  • 22 schools and nurseries

In short: CO5 is a postcode district in Essex with 11 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2211 primary · 1 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CO5

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.

All CO5 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CO5

11 in CO5, best first

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Top Secondary Schools in CO5

1 in CO5, best first

Thurstable School

Colchester, CO5 0EW · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results close to the England average.

147 first choices, 184 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.5

England 46.2

Days missed
9.2%
Pupils
932
Pupils per teacher
19.2
View school Thurstable School

Nurseries in CO5

10 in CO5, highest Ofsted grade first

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The map

Every school in CO5, 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.

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Milldene Primary School, GoodBaynards Primary School, Expected standard in every areaSt Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge, GoodSt Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School, GoodFingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, GoodMersea Island School, GoodThurstable School, Good in every areaMessing Primary School, Good in every areaKelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy, GoodFeering Church of England Primary School, GoodTiptree Heath Primary School, GoodLangenhoe Community Primary School, GoodLittle Peeps Nursery Ltd, Expected standard in every areaThe Mulberry Bush Montessori Nursery Ltd, Strong standard in every areaBrimpton House Nursery, Expected standard in every areaMilldene Playgroup, GoodLittle Peeps Nursery, GoodTiptree Day Nursery and Pre-School, GoodRowhedge Under 5's, GoodRoman River Pre-School, Expected standard or betterBaynards Playgroup, GoodLittle Doves Day Nursery
  • Good14
  • Not graded yet8
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 CO5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CO5 has 22 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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CO5

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How many schools are in CO5?

CO5 has 22 schools, including 11 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 10 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CO5?

The highest-ranked schools in CO5 on Eduscope are Langenhoe Community Primary School, Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy, St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School. 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 do I choose the right school in CO5?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 22 schools in CO5 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.

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