Gosbecks Primary School Catchment Area
Gosbecks Primary School is a community primary school in Colchester, Essex , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 248 pupils, and a capacity of 285 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
5–11
Age range
248
Pupils
285
Capacity
87%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2014
Gosbecks Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Gosbecks Primary School is set by Essex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Essex catchment area documents →Gosbecks Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- Owen Ward Close, Shrub End, Colchester, CO2 9DG
- Local authority
- Essex
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 5–11 years
- Free school meals
- 16.9% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 114742
Other Primary Schools in Colchester
If Gosbecks Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Colchester are the next closest alternatives.
St. George's School Catchment Area
Community school · CO2 7RU
Hamilton Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO3 3GB
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils Catchment Area
Community school · CO3 9AS
Myland Community Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO4 5LD
North Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area
Community school · CO1 1RP
Old Heath Community Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO2 8DD
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Frequently Asked Questions — Gosbecks Primary School
Is Gosbecks Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
Gosbecks Primary School has a capacity of 285 places and currently has 248 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Essex.
What is the admissions policy for Gosbecks Primary School? ▾
Admission to Gosbecks Primary School is managed by Essex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does Gosbecks Primary School cover? ▾
Gosbecks Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Gosbecks Primary School? ▾
Gosbecks Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.