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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We hope you have a relaxing and enjoyable half term break!
While the school may be closed, our admissions team is still here and happy to help you. Email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk or call 01206 217 116 to get in touch with us 👋
#CPHS #halfterm #colchester #education #STEAMEducation
Happy Valentine`s Day from Colchester Prep & High School 💙
It has been a day full of love and creativity at CPHS, including:
Our nursery pupils baked heart-shaped biscuits, Year 9 and Year 10 put their own twist on the beautiful poem `Valentine` by Carol Ann Duffy, and our Valentine’s-themed Forest School last week was filled with heart-filled nature crafts in preparation for today. Year 1 and Year 2 got into the spirit by making their own Valentine’s cards for loved ones and enjoying some Valentine’s-themed colouring. Plus, we served up a special Valentine’s Day menu to make everyone’s day extra sweet - which was thoroughly enjoyed! 🌟💙
#ValentinesDay #CPHS #loveforlearning #STEAMEducation #friendships
Hey little dancers and musicians! 💃🎶
Join us for a fun-filled Dance & Groove, Play & Learn session! We’ll be dancing, grooving, and playing musical instruments as we learn new moves and rhythms together! ✨
Don’t miss the fun – we can’t wait to see you there! 😄
Open to all children from 18 months to 4 years old. All children must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent or other guardian and not currently a pupil at CPHS.
To book email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk or call 01206 217 116.
#DanceAndGroove #LittleDancers #MusicAndMovement #PlayAndLearn #CPHS
At Colchester Prep & High School, we are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a dynamic and engaging personality to join our team as a Prep School Teacher, overseeing the preparation and delivery of the 11+ process.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with the CSSE 11+ entrance process and will be a highly organised and creative individual who can inspire and challenge pupils.
If you are interested in this role, you can apply online now: https://www.colchesterhighschool.co.uk/careers/.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 2 March.
#JobVacancy #CPHS #Education #JoinUs #Colchester #Teaching #11+
A day of creativity and innovation at our STEAM Experience Day for Year 6!
From building VEX robots, to cooking up delicious cookies in Food Tech, exploring new worlds with the green screen, and crafting sustainable fashion with sock puppets ♻️✨ — it was all about hands-on learning and fun!
And the best part? Everyone left with their very own CPHS Lego lunchbox 🥳— we`re all just as excited as you are!
#STEAMExperience #VEXRobotics #FoodTech #GreenScreenFun #SustainableFashion #SockPuppetDesign #InnovationInAction
Today has been all about fun, numbers, and supporting a great cause at Colchester Prep & High School! 🎉🔢
We’re celebrating NSPCC Number Day by getting creative with maths and raising awareness for a brighter future for every child.
By getting involved, we’re supporting NSPCC’s mission to help children across the UK feel safe, happy, and supported🔢
#NSPCCNumberDay #MathForGood #EveryChildDeservesTheBest #MakingADifferenceTogether #CPHS #STEAMEducation
A huge thanks to Mark from @designnatureaction who recently visited us, for supporting our pupil-led sustainability strategy at our STEAM Centre, Colchester Prep & High School! 🌿
Our pupils had the opportunity to measure and explore air quality around our city school as part of the amazing CALM project 🌍💚
#CleanAirNight2025 #SustainabilityEducation #GreenSchools #CALM #Colchester
We are excited to announce a Wicked-Themed Performing Arts Workshop this upcoming February Half Term on Monday 17 & Tuesday 18 February 10am-3pm, run by The International Drama Academy at CPHS 🎭🎼
The two-day workshop offers a fantastic opportunity for your child to explore the magic of musical theatre and performing arts.
Sign up now to reserve your child’s place - https://www.idaonline.education/colchester-wicked-workshop
There are limited spaces available, and they will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. A payment of £60 is required. For children aged 6-16 years old.
#CPHS #drama #performingarts #wicked #halftermfun #education #STEAMeducation
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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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