WELCOME TO COLCHESTER PREP & HIGH SCHOOL
Over the past 140 years Colchester Prep & High School has built a reputation for providing an excellent all-round education whilst preparing pupils to be confident, balanced individuals, ready for a rapidly changing world.
Today that reputation still stands.
By combining a STEAM powered curriculum with a global perspective and a deep sense of responsibility, we provide children with an education that gives them the skills and confidence to challenge, question, explore and create the world they want to see.
We inspire them to be the next generation of entrepreneurs, digital creatives, engineers and inventors. We believe that every child should have the self-belief to be the changemakers of tomorrow’s world.
But don’t just take our word for it, come discover for yourself the power of a STEAM powered, future ready education.
WE ARE STEAM POWERED
FUTURE READY.
Learn more about how our STEAM Powered Future Ready curriculum is creating
the Changemakers of Tomorrow’s World.
READY TO EXCEL.
Our children exceed national expectations in every age group – from Early Years to excellent results at the 11+ and GCSE results.
READY TO GIVE IT YOUR ALL.
Through participation in a wide range of enrichment opportunities, we develop fulfilled, well-rounded, happy children, with the skills and resilience to become tomorrow’s leaders.
READY FOR THE UNKNOWN.
Our STEAM powered curriculum and Digital Literacy programme, includes everything from robotics and podcasting, animation to food science. Perfectly equipping our pupils to step fearlessly into the "future jobs" that have not even been invented yet.
READY TO STAND UP FOR WHAT'S RIGHT.
Our pupils leave Colchester Prep & High School with a strong sense of citizenship, a respect for others and an understanding of the world around them.
MEET OUR HEADTEACHER,
MS GRACIE-LANGRICK
Ms Gracie-Langrick has over 25 years experience in Independent co-education and is passionate about developing the qualities in our young people that will help them to reach their full potential and improve the world around them.
Under her leadership and guidance, the school has achieved a double excellent in the ISI Inspection; retained its status as a Microsoft Showcase School for 3 years; attained the prestigious Eco Schools Green Flag Award with Distinction in 2023; and most recently gained the ISA Award for Excellence and Innovation in Mental Health and Wellbeing.
“We inspire our pupils to become the changemakers of tomorrow’s world."
- Ms Gracie-Langrick, Headteacher
INSPECTIONS AND AWARDS
EXCELLENT INSPECTION REPORT 2022
As well as being fully compliant in every aspect of the Regulatory Compliance Inspection, it was determined that the children’s academic achievement is "Excellent" and the children’s personal development is "Excellent".
AWARDED MICROSOFT SHOWCASE SCHOOL
Through 1:1 devices and tools like Microsoft Teams, Office 365, and OneNote, we enhance students' experiences, ensuring their skills seamlessly apply to real-world scenarios and future projects.
RANKED 20TH IN THE TIMES PARENT POWER GUIDE
The highly esteemed guide is compiled based on examination results and is published annually. We could not be prouder to have been placed so highly in the ‘Top independent secondary schools with no sixth forms’ category.
In our 2024 GCSE results, 34% of grades were 7-9; the highest levels of academic achievement available (National Average 22%).
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Year 3 have been hard at work creating their incredible paper mache volcanoes in art lesson!
From shaping the mountains to painting the details, these volcanoes came to life. Later, they then took them to our sunny outside classroom where, in science, they made them erupt using the power of bicarbonate of soda & vinegar in two, and a fizzy surprise of Coke & Mentos in the other two! 💥
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Reminder to all of our wonderful parents! 🌸
Our Mother’s Day Stall is just around the corner, happening Wednesday, March 26 at break time. Prices range from £1-£5, so please send your child with some money to pick out the perfect gift. Your support also helps the CHSA’s fundraising efforts!
Thank you from Colchester Prep & High School 💙
#CPHS #STEAMEducation #MothersDay #Fundraising #CHSA
Our Prep & Senior School Open Days at CPHS were a huge success, and it was truly refreshing to welcome so many families and potential new pupils.
A big thank you to everyone who attended – we hope you enjoyed your time with us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon😊
Our visitors had the chance to explore a range of activities, including testing out our professional electronic drum kit in the recording studio at our STEAM Centre, while our pupils provided an insight into what life is like at Colchester Prep & High School.
If you would like to book a private tour please email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk or call 01206 217 116.
#CPHS #STEAMEducation #IndependentEducation #Colchester #PrivateTour #PrepSchool #SeniorSchool
Last week, we celebrated British Science Week at our STEAM-focused school with an exciting range of activities across all year groups.
Prep School completed various tasks, including creating posters, designing Minecraft habitats, making PowerPoint presentations, and playing Blooket quizzes. The fun continued with an afternoon of chalk drawings on the playground, featuring axolotls.
Year 4 learnt about electricity in their science lessons. With one of our pupils teaching his peers about redstone and how redstone dust can be used in Minecraft to create and power a circuit.
Year 7 took part in a CSI activity, exploring the theme of change and adaptation. They investigated fingerprints, adding an interactive element to their learning.
Year 9 pupils carried out experiments on magnesium reactions and delved into ionic bonding, gaining practical insights into key chemistry concepts.
It was a week full of collaboration, creativity, and hands-on learning, bringing science to life for all our pupils here at CPHS.
#CPHS #BritishScienceWeek #STEAMEducation #FutureScientists #Collaboration
Join us for a morning of arts and crafts at our Reception `Let’s Get Arty` Taster Morning on Friday 21 March, 9.30am-10.30am. Get ready to be as creative as you can! We can`t wait to see you! ✨
Your child does not have to be a pupil at Colchester Prep and High School but they must be of age to be joining Reception in September 2025.
To book your place please email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk or call 01206 217 116.
#CPHS #STEAMEducation #Creative #TheArts #EarlyYears #Colchester
Recently, we hosted a special assembly for our Senior Pupils, featuring a presentation from Y.E.S (Youth Enquiry Service), a local charity supporting young people’s mental health in Essex.
Anna presented a certificate to our Wellbeing Ambassadors for their amazing fundraising efforts. We are so proud of their commitment to making a positive impact in our school and community 👏
Thank you @colchester.yes
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It`s not too late to join us for our Open Mornings this Friday 14 & Saturday 15 March!
Explore our STEAM-driven curriculum, meet our dedicated staff, and discover what makes our school special. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Prep School - Friday, 14 March 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Senior School - Saturday, 15 March 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
To book, email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk or call 01206 217 116.
#OpenMornings #CPHS #FutureLeaders #EducationExcellence #STEAMEducation
Celebrating World Book Day at Colchester Prep & High School today! 📚✨
This year’s theme is Book Bonnets, our pupils and staff have gone all out with their creative, book-inspired designs! 🎩📖 From classic characters to unique interpretations, it’s been a fun day filled with imagination and creativity. 🙌
We can’t wait to see the creativity shine through again next year!
#CPHS #STEAMEducation #WorldBookDay #BookBonnets #PrepSchool
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We would be delighted to invite you to our wonderful school and share with you what makes Colchester Prep & High School the first choice school for so many families.
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