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Best 3 Secondary schools in Colchester – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Colchester County High School for Girls (Secondary) in Colchester; The Gilberd School (Secondary) in Colchester; St Helena School (Secondary) in Colchester — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Colchester County High School for Girls, The Gilberd School and St Helena School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Colchester, Essex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Colchester County High School for Girls), published Jan 2024. The lowest is 2 (St Helena School), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Helena School (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,250, combined total ≈ 3,750, typical FSM 15–20%, range 0–5%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as ALPHA TRUST and The Sigma Trust.

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Colchester County High School for Girls
CO3 3US
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Colchester
Essex
CO3 3US
Ofsted
1 28 Jan 2024
Pupils
≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
ALPHA TRUST
Website
www.cchsg.com
Telephone
01206576973
The Gilberd School
CO4 9PU
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9PU
Ofsted
1 9 Jan 2019
Pupils
≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
ALPHA TRUST
Website
www.gilberd.com
Telephone
01206842211
St Helena School
CO3 3LE
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Colchester
Essex
CO3 3LE
Ofsted
2 14 Mar 2024
Pupils
≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
The Sigma Trust
Website
www.st-helena.essex.sch.uk
Telephone
01206572253

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How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
Why can’t I see exact numbers?
To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.
How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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