Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Colchester

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Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Colchester, CO6 1BX

206 Pupils

210 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

4.40% FSM %

89 Boys

117 Girls

About Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Colchester, Essex, in the East of England region of England for pupils aged 5–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 206 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: David Bome.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Essex
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Colchester
Parliamentary Constituency	Witham
Ward	Marks Tey and Layer
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10071005
URN	115074
Data Last Updated	10-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Katie Hanson	Chair of Governors	06/10/2024	06/10/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Pardeep Badhasha	Governor	17/11/2025	16/11/2029	Elected by parents
David Bome	Governor	01/09/2004	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Bella Boyle	Governor	17/11/2025	16/11/2029	Elected by parents
Mrs Sarah Button-Smy	Governor	08/02/2023	08/02/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr David De'Ath	Governor	25/07/2022	25/07/2026	Appointed by LA
Mrs Danielle Dearsley	Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Heather Garnham	Governor	11/02/2024	12/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Donna Grady	Governor	10/03/2022	10/03/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Rebecca Greene	Governor	14/10/2024	14/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Sarah Jordan	Governor	26/04/2021	26/04/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Rachel Lee	Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board

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St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks Tey

2.5 km • Colchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Colchester, Essex.

How many pupils does Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 206 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mr David Bome.

Where is Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at School Road, Copford, Colchester, CO6 1BX, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

Does Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr David Bome

School Road, Copford, Colchester, CO6 1BX

01206210439

www.copford.essex.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 115074

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026