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.
Our STEAM powered curriculum, combined with a global perspective and strong values, inspires children to explore, create, and innovate.
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.
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.
RANKED 20TH IN THE TIMES PARENT POWER GUIDE
We are proud to announce that we have been ranked 20th in The Times Parent Power Guide for 2025.
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 2025 GCSE results, 48.4% of grades were 7-9; the highest levels of academic achievement available (National Average 21.8%).
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
We are proud to have been awarded the highest possible grade: EXCELLENT in ALL areas in our ISI Inspection.
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
Colchester Prep & High School has been recognised as a Microsoft Showcase School, dedicated to using technology for personalised learning and school-wide transformation.
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.
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Start your child’s journey to academic excellence at Colchester Prep & High School!
We warmly invite you to our upcoming Open Mornings:
Prep School Open Morning – Friday, 3 October | 9.30am – 11.30am
Senior School Open Morning – Saturday, 4 October | 9.30am – 11.30am | 11.30am - 1pm
Join us to discover how our forward-thinking, STEAM-powered curriculum drives outstanding academic achievement, nurtures individual talents, and empowers pupils with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Meet our passionate teaching team, explore our dynamic learning environment, and learn how we inspire every child to excel — academically and beyond.
We look forward to welcoming you!
To book your place, please email admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk, call 01206 217 116 or sign up via our website.
#CPHS #AcademicExcellence #STEAMEducation #FutureReady #Prep #Senior #OpenMorning #JoinUs
At CPHS, we recognise the importance of enrichment in supporting both the physical and mental wellbeing of our pupils. We are proud to provide a diverse programme of clubs and activities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
This term, our enrichment clubs are well underway, with a range of new opportunities being thoroughly enjoyed by our pupils 🌟
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Colchester Prep & High School provides a clear path to academic excellence from day one, through our STEAM curriculum, enriching extracurricular programme, and tailored 11+ and 16+ grammar pathways.
We are thrilled to share that our GCSE results once again surpass national averages:
🌟 English Language (Grade 7+): over 50% above the national average
🌟 English Literature (Grade 7+): over 50% above the national average
🌟 Mathematics (Grade 7+): over 45% above the national average
These results are a testament to the dedication and effort of our pupils, supported by the guidance and expertise of our staff. We are immensely proud of our Class of 2025!
Make an enquiry through our Admissions team: admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
📅 Open Days: Thursday 3 & Friday 4 October
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We are thrilled to share that Colchester Prep & High School has been shortlisted for the ISA Award for Excellence in Sustainability!
The ISA commented: “The quality of entries was very high, and the judges were particularly impressed by the work taking place in your school.”
This recognition celebrates the dedication of our staff and pupils, who continue to make such a positive impact through their commitment to sustainability 🙌
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#STEAMEducation #Congratulations
At CPHS, we were delighted to welcome our Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 pupils back to Forest School for the first session of the new year last week🌿
Our weekly Forest School programme provides an immersive outdoor learning experience, allowing pupils to explore, investigate, and engage with the natural environment.
Forest School is designed to develop a wide range of skills and attributes. Through hands-on activities and collaborative projects, pupils build resilience, independence, problem-solving abilities, and creativity. The sessions also promote teamwork, communication, and emotional wellbeing, while fostering a lifelong appreciation for nature and the environment.
If you are seeking a school place that values holistic development alongside academic excellence, please contact our Admissions team for further information.
📧 Email: admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
📞 Phone: 01206 217 116
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What a wonderful first week back at Colchester Prep & High School!
From our youngest learners in Nursery to our Year 11 pupils, everyone has embraced the new school year with such positivity, energy and enthusiasm. It has been a joy to see classrooms full of curiosity, creativity and determination as pupils settle into their routines.
Here is just a small glimpse of the week — we hope all our pupils have had an amazing week, and we can’t wait to see all that you achieve over the course of the year ahead 💫
If you’re considering a school place, we do accept mid-year admissions, please contact our Admissions Team to find out more.
📧 admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
or ☎️ 01206 217 116
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Our GCSE Art pupils got stuck in with their creativity this week 🎨
They began the year developing moodboards and mindmaps. These first steps in the creative process allowed them to explore themes, experiment with materials, and organise their ideas visually. By cutting, arranging, and layering, pupils were able to generate inspiration while also building confidence in expressing their own artistic voice.
At CPHS, the Arts are at the heart of our STEAM curriculum. Creativity is integral to learning, supporting pupils to think critically, solve problems, and convey ideas effectively across all subjects. Through the Arts, our pupils are not only making exciting visual work, but also developing the skills and mindsets that will enable them to innovate, collaborate, and succeed in the future, becoming the changemakers of tomorrow`s world.
A very positive and creative welcome back to Senior School!
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Discover our Play & Learn Sessions at Colchester Prep & High School ✨
Held on the last Friday of most months, these sessions are open to children aged 18 months – 4 years, whether or not they are already pupils at CPHS.
Come and explore our new Early Years spaces and see how we provide the very best start to each child’s journey towards academic excellence.
Each session has a unique theme, released a few weeks beforehand, offering engaging and inspiring activities for little learners.
To reserve your place, please contact our Admissions Team via email or phone.
📩 Email: admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
📞 Call: 01206 217 116
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