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Philip Morant School and College Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Philip Morant School and College is a academy converter secondary school in Colchester, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1828 pupils, and a capacity of 1902 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,828

Pupils

1,902

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Philip Morant School and College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Philip Morant School and College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

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Philip Morant School and College — School Information

Full address
Rembrandt Way, Colchester, CO3 4QS
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
25.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146794

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Frequently Asked Questions — Philip Morant School and College

Is Philip Morant School and College oversubscribed?

Philip Morant School and College is operating close to its capacity of 1902 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Philip Morant School and College?

Admission to Philip Morant School and College 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 Philip Morant School and College cover?

Philip Morant School and College is a secondary school in Colchester, Essex, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Philip Morant School and College?

Philip Morant School and College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.