READY TO EXCEL
At Colchester Prep & High School, we provide an inspiring education that fosters academic success and develops the skills and mindset for life beyond the classroom.
Our dynamic curriculum ensures pupils are engaged, confident, and consistently achieve above national expectations, making better than expected progress at every stage.
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Curriculum
STEAM POWERED, FUTURE READY EDUCATION
Our STEAM curriculum equips pupils with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the 21st-century workplace, fostering curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Beyond the classroom, extensive extra-curricular activities, trips, and outdoor education help pupils discover new talents and develop a curiosity about the world.
Whether in sport, music, digital arts, sustainability, entrepreneurship, robotics, or debating, there’s something for every pupil to explore.
We place great emphasis on practical learning and problem solving, encouraging pupils to be inquisitive, exploring topics to gain greater understanding and to think for themselves.
INDIVIDUALISED LEARNING
Our welcoming environment and expert teaching ensure every child receives the support and attention they need to thrive.
ACADEMIC CHALLENGE
Our tailored learning programme, supported by robust assessments, sets ambitious yet achievable goals for every child.
DIGITAL PIONEERS
Technology enhances our classrooms, fostering pupil autonomy, creativity, collaboration, and agency in their learning.
Each pupil’s 1:1 device enhances lessons and develops essential digital literacy skills for the modern workplace.
We are proud to be a Microsoft Showcase School.
BRINGING LESSONS TO LIFE
We make lessons creative, dynamic, and engaging, sparking curiosity and equipping pupils with the tools to become motivated, lifelong learners.
ACADEMIC RESULTS
WE GET RESULTS
From Nursery to Year 11, our pupils far exceed national expectations at every stage of their education and perform strongly at 11+ and GCSE examinations.
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
READY TO BE DIGITAL PIONEERS
We use technology to enhance learning, inspire creativity, foster collaboration, and equip pupils with the digital skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
ASPIRE HIGHER PROGRAMME
READY TO ASPIRE HIGHER
We have extremely high aspirations for each child within our school and this is further promoted by the many opportunities offered to pupils through our Aspire Higher Programme.
JOIN US FOR AN OPEN DAY
At Colchester Prep & High School we believe it is important for children to want to be here. That is why we regularly invite parents and children to visit our school.
11+ EXAMINATION & SCHOLARSHIPS
READY TO EXCEL
Academic excellence is at the heart of everything we do. From EYFS onwards, we prepare pupils for key milestones such as the 11+ exam or scholarships for entry into our highly sought-after Senior School. Our approach equips children with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to achieve their full potential and thrive in every stage of their education.