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St James the Great Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St James the Great Church of England Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Colchester, Essex , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 456 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

456

Pupils

420

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

St James the Great Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St James the Great Church of England Primary School is managed by Essex and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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St James the Great Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Guildford Road, Colchester, CO1 2RA
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
23.6% of pupils
DfE URN
143516

Other Primary Schools in Colchester

If St James the Great Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Colchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St James the Great Church of England Primary School

Is St James the Great Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St James the Great Church of England Primary School currently has 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St James the Great Church of England Primary School?

St James the Great Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Essex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St James the Great Church of England Primary School cover?

St James the Great Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St James the Great Church of England Primary School?

St James the Great Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.