Colchester Prep & High School are delighted to announce that we have achieved ‘excellent’ in all areas, following our recent ISI Inspection. A double “excellent” is the highest possible outcome for a school during an Educational Quality Inspection. Inspectors stated that the school was:
excellent, both for the quality of pupils’ academic and other achievements, and
excellent, for the quality of pupils’ personal development
We are particularly delighted that an external, independent body has not only recognised the excellent school that we are, but also that that they have captured the essence of who we are. Highlighting how we build in our pupils the confidence and strength of character to become the ‘changemakers of tomorrow’s world’.
It is especially heartwarming to read within this report, that our pupils are seen to, ‘look after each other and demonstrate very high levels of care and friendship.’ That our pupils are ‘proud of their school and speak eagerly of their ambitions for the future.’
Please click the link below to download and read the whole report for yourself or read a selection of its highlights below.
“Relationships between teachers and pupils are harmonious and positive, creating an environment in which pupils make rapid gains in their learning.”
“Excellent progress is made in Early Years, in preparation for their entrance into the Prep School.”
“The most able pupils make excellent progress across all subjects, with many achieving the very highest grades.”
“Pupils complete accredited courses on how to harness digital transformation to create immersive and inclusive experiences that inspire lifelong learning.”
“Pupils across the school develop resilience with problem-solving because they are given interesting challenges to solve – notably in mathematics and science – where pupils show high-level reasoning skills.”
“Pupils demonstrate excellent study skills due to the school’s recent leadership focus on pupils’ active engagement with teacher feedback.”
“Pupils understand the importance of physical and emotional health and well-being, and this contributes to their success in gaining the highest possible grades.”
“Pupils display a respect for others, their cultures and backgrounds as well as recognising the similarities within their own.”
“Pupils develop a strong sense of agency from their involvement in the activities and clubs they attend.”
“The ‘Character Development Programme’ demonstrates their understanding of how to play their part as active and responsible citizens. This reflects the school’s aims, refocused by school leadership, to prepare children to become the changemakers of tomorrows world – in which they are valued and respected as members of an inclusive community. “
“Pupils accept responsibility readily and develop leadership and teamwork skills.”
“Pupils have led events to inform others about different issues or groups, through this rich experience and learning, pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain.”
