Colchester County High School for Girls
Colchester, Essex · CO3 3US
Colchester County High School for Girls is a selective grammar school in Essex serving approximately 1,183 girls from age 11 to 18. Part of the Alpha Trust Group, it maintains high academic standards with a strong pastoral framework emphasising student wellbeing and development. The school combines traditional grammar education with contemporary priorities around mental health support, digital literacy, and inclusive leadership.
- →Selective grammar entry ensures academically rigorous cohort and challenging curriculum
- →Part of an established multi-school trust providing resource and stability
- →Strong pastoral support systems with explicit wellbeing and safeguarding focus
- →Day-school flexibility with no boarding costs
Who thrives here
Academically able girls seeking grammar-school rigour in a girls-only environment. Best suited to pupils who thrive with clear expectations, structured support, and active pastoral systems.
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Contact & visit
Norman Way
Colchester, Essex
CO3 3US
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Colchester County High School for Girls cost?
Colchester County High School for Girls is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Colchester County High School for Girls?
Colchester County High School for Girls admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Colchester County High School for Girls's exam results?
At Colchester County High School for Girls, 44% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 83.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Colchester County High School for Girls a boarding school?
Colchester County High School for Girls is a day school in Colchester and does not offer boarding.
What is Colchester County High School for Girls's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Colchester County High School for Girls “Outstanding” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral support and mental-health culture embedding
✓Girls-only environment fostering confidence and leadership in female-majority curriculum leadership
✓Rigorous academic standards and selective entry maintaining cohort capability
✓Clear communication and transparency with parents on safeguarding and student progress
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted—limited independent external validation
!Single-sex environment not suitable for those preferring mixed-gender peers
!Day-only structure offers no boarding option for those seeking residential independence