Monkwick Infant and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road Monkwick Colchester Essex CO2 8NN |
| Reference Number | 140735 |
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School continues to maintain effective standards demonstrated at its previous inspection in 2019. The school fosters a happy and inclusive atmosphere where pupils feel welcome and valued. With a strong emphasis on high expectations for all learners, the curriculum is designed to enrich language and subject-specific knowledge, successfully engaging pupils across various subjects. The school is part of The Sigma Trust and has adapted well to the increasing needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), reflecting a commitment to continually improve and support all students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 170 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.12%
Girls: 45.88% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 29.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 17.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 25 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 | 14 | 36 |
| 2 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 65.9% |
| White, Other | 5.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.3% |
| African | 4.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.5% |
| Asian, Other | 3.5% |
| Indian | 1.2% |
| Caribbean | 1.2% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 25 Jun 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Jan 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Apr 2014 | Academy conversion letter |
| 24 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Monkwick Infant and Nursery School | |
| 24 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
| 31 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are happy, polite, and curious.
- The curriculum is rich in language and subject-specific knowledge.
- Effective teaching methods ensure pupils build on prior knowledge.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from early years.
- Adaptations for increasing SEND needs, including the 'Nest' provision.
- Positive and focused pupil behavior with effective behavior management strategies.
- Wide range of extracurricular activities enhances personal development.
Areas for Improvement
- Some assessment methods in foundation subjects are not fully embedded.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 8 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Monkwick Junior School
School Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8NN |
0.05 miles |
|
St. George's School
Canterbury Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7RU |
0.8 miles |
|
Cherry Tree Academy
Holt Drive, Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0BG |
0.85 miles |
|
Old Heath Community Primary School
Old Heath Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8DD |
0.96 miles |
|
Kendall Church of England Primary School
Recreation Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2HH |
0.97 miles |
|
Montgomery Primary School, Colchester
Baronswood Way, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9QG |
0.99 miles |
|
Hamilton Primary School
Constantine Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3GB |
1.22 miles |
|
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
Gloucester Avenue, Shrub End, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ |
1.24 miles |
|
Kings Ford Academy
Gloucester Avenue, Shrub End, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ |
1.24 miles |
|
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
Camulodunum Way, Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9RA |
1.26 miles |
|
St John's Green Primary School
St John's Green, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7HE |
1.27 miles |
|
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester
Priory Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2QB |
1.45 miles |
|
St James the Great Church of England Primary School
Guildford Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2RA |
1.66 miles |
|
Prettygate Junior School
Plume Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4PH |
1.75 miles |
|
Prettygate Infant School
Plume Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4PH |
1.75 miles |
|
Gosbecks Primary School
Owen Ward Close, Shrub End, Gosbecks Primary School, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9DG |
1.76 miles |
|
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge
Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7HR |
1.82 miles |
|
Unity Primary Academy
Hickory Avenue, Greenstead, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3QJ |
1.86 miles |
|
North Primary School and Nursery
John Harper Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1RP |
1.95 miles |
|
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DT |
2.17 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Thomas Lord Audley School
Monkwick Avenue, Monkwick, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8NJ |
0.09 miles |
|
Colchester Prep & High School
Wellesley Road, Colchester, CO3 3HD |
1.41 miles |
|
Colchester Royal Grammar School
Lexden Road, Colchester, CO3 3ND |
1.48 miles |
|
Paxman Academy
Paxman Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9DB |
1.56 miles |
|
The Sixth Form College Colchester
North Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1SN |
1.62 miles |
|
Philip Morant School and College
Rembrandt Way, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4QS |
1.66 miles |
|
St Benedict's Catholic College
Norman Way, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3US |
1.72 miles |
|
Colchester County High School for Girls
Norman Way, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3US |
1.72 miles |
|
St Mary's School for Girls
91 Lexden Road, Colchester, CO3 3RB |
1.78 miles |
|
Kingswode Hoe School
Sussex Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3QJ |
1.83 miles |
|
Colchester Institute
Sheepen Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LL |
1.87 miles |
|
St Helena School
Sheepen Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LE |
1.98 miles |
|
Colchester Academy
Hawthorn Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3JL |
2.32 miles |
|
Lexden Springs School
Winstree Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0PZ |
2.91 miles |
|
The Stanway School
Winstree Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0QA |
2.96 miles |
|
Holmwood House School
Chitts Hill, Colchester, CO3 9ST |
3.1 miles |
|
The Gilberd School
Brinkley Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9PU |
3.31 miles |
|
The Trinity School
Carris Close, Colchester, CO4 6ED |
3.33 miles |
|
Doucecroft School
Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3QL |
3.9 miles |
|
Market Field School
School Road, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7ET |
3.92 miles |