Colchester Prep & High School

Wellesley Road, Colchester, CO3 3HD

Independent school for ages 2–16 in Colchester. Mixed intake, Church of England ethos.

Colchester Prep & High School is a non-selective Church of England independent school in Colchester, Essex, for mixed pupils aged 2 to 16, with nursery classes.

Its ISI inspection in November 2025 found all relevant standards met, including safeguarding.

The school says it has more than 140 years of history and describes a STEAM-powered curriculum with a global perspective and strong values. It highlights digital literacy, robotics, podcasting, animation and food science within its learning offer.

Ages 2–16 · All-through

281 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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