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.
COLCHESTER PREP AND HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVES GLOWING ISI REPORT
Colchester Prep & High School celebrates outstanding ISI Inspection Result, and is proud to announce that the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) has awarded the School with full compliance across all regulatory standards.
Commendations coupled with a complete set of ‘MET’ standards, underscores the School’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education, pastoral care, and whole-child development. The outcome represents the highest possible result under the current ISI framework.
RANKED 9TH IN THE TIMES PARENT POWER GUIDE
We are proud to announce that we have been ranked 9th in The Times Parent Power Guide for 2026, rising 11 places from last year.
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, 48.7% of grades were 7-9; the highest levels of academic achievement available (National Average 21.8%). Our recent Attainment 8 score of 60.9 places us as the top-performing non-selective co-educational school in North East Essex.
OUR NURSERY PROVIDES AN EXCEPTIONAL START FOR CHILDREN FROM 2 YEARS OLD
- Specialist teaching in Modern Foreign Languages, Science and PE (plus extra-curricular clubs in Art, Cooking, STEAM Activities)
- Millie's Mark for First Aid Excellence
- EYFS funding offered for 15 hours
- Weekly outdoor learning through Forest School
- A blend of creative play and STEAM, with structured phonics and maths
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
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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Colchester Prep & High School is pleased to announce an excellent outcome following its recent ISI Inspection, with the School achieving full compliance across all regulatory standards.
Inspectors highlighted:
✨ School values that are clearly understood and consistently embodied by pupils
✨ A comprehensive extra-curricular programme that enhances pupils’ learning
✨ The high level of knowledge and expertise demonstrated by teaching staff
These commendations, together with a complete set of ‘MET’ standards, underline the School’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education, pastoral care and whole-child development.
Thank you to our dedicated staff, governors, pupils and families for making Colchester Prep & High School such a thriving community.
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Last week, we welcomed Matt Lovegrove, Digital Learning Advisor for Cognita, who delivered a series of informative and engaging sessions across the school.
Pupils in Years 9–11 participated in thought-provoking sessions exploring artificial intelligence and ethics, while pupils in Years 5–8 took part in structured Canva and digital skills workshops 💻✨
At CPHS, we are committed to embedding digital learning across the curriculum, ensuring our pupils develop the future-ready, 21st-century skills required to succeed in an increasingly digital world.
#DigitalLearning #FutureReady #21stCenturySkills #AIInEducation #CPHS InnovativeLearning
Using natural materials gathered from the forest, our pupils designed the most magical snowflakes ❄️
Each one beautifully different, inspired by imagination, creativity, and the world around them. The Forest School ethos was truly embraced — muddy boots, big smiles, and joyful learning outdoors!
Thinking about a mid-year admission? It’s not too late to join our Early Years ✨
📩 Contact Admissions at admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk 📞 or call 01206 217116
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At Colchester Prep & High School, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and engaging professional to join our team as Head of English (KS3 & KS4).
We are seeking a qualified, passionate, and forward-thinking teacher with a strong academic background and a clear commitment to driving high standards. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about leading and shaping English provision across KS3 and KS4.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key leadership role within a forward-thinking and supportive school community.
Apply online now: https://www.colchesterhighschool.co.uk/careers/
Closing date: Monday 2 February
#JobVacancy #CPHS #Education #JoinUs #Colchester #Teaching
At CPHS, we are proud to be a co-educational school, where boys and girls learn, grow, and thrive together.
Our co-ed environment isn’t just about sharing classrooms—it’s about shaping well-rounded pupils ready for 21st century workplace and life beyond school. Creating the inspirational leaders and changemakers of tomorrow`s world.
Why co-ed matters:
1️⃣ Stronger Social Skills – Pupils learn to lead, communicate, collaborate, and build positive and respectful relationships.
2️⃣ Real-World Preparation – Pupils are confident to work, live and learn alongside and with each other.
3️⃣ Balanced Perspectives – Pupils gain empathy, understanding, and a broader view of the world.
If you’re considering a move to a co-educational environment, contact our admissions team at admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk 📧
#CPHS #CoEdSchool #LearningTogether #FutureLeaders #InclusiveEducation #Changemakers
Start your child’s journey towards academic success at Colchester Prep & High School, a top-performing co-educational school where pupils are inspired to achieve their very best.
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Open Mornings:
Prep School Open Morning
📅 Friday 6 March | 🕤 9.30am – 11.30am
Senior School Open Morning
📅 Saturday 7 March | 🕙 10.00am – 1.00pm
Discover how our innovative, STEAM-powered curriculum achieves excellent academic results, nurtures individual talents, and develops the confidence and skills pupils need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Meet our dedicated teachers, explore our inspiring learning spaces, and see how we support every child to achieve their full potential — in and beyond the classroom.
Book your place with our Admissions Team today to avoid missing out.
📧 admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
☎️ 01206 217 116
🌐 Book via our website
#CPHS #AcademicExcellence #STEAMEducation #FutureReady #PrepSchool #SeniorSchool #OpenMorning #JoinUs
Since the Christmas break, our Year 8 historians have been exploring the American West 🌎
They have been learning about Native American ways of life, including why the tepee was such a clever and practical home on the Great Plains.
As part of a revision activity, pupils were challenged to create their own tepees to support their understanding.
Here are a couple of shots of them creating their own model tepees👏
#CPHS #STEAMEducation #History #Year8 #SeniorSchool
Are you considering Colchester Prep & High School for Year 7 in September 2026?
New enquiries are warmly invited to join us for our Year 7 Taster Day on Thursday 5 February and experience a day in the life of a CPHS pupil ✨
Discover our STEAM-powered curriculum, explore our wide range of enrichment clubs and activities, meet our inspiring teachers, and gain a real sense of our vibrant school community.
📧 To book your place, please email: admissions@colchesterhighschool.co.uk
Please note: this event is open to new enquiries only. Pupils must be registered at CPHS.
#CPHS #Year7TasterDay #NewEnquiries #FuturePupils #STEAMEducation #ClubsAndActivities #SchoolLife #September2026 #SeniorSchool
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