Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Colchester

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Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Colchester, CO4 3EZ

197 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

41.10% FSM %

89 Boys

108 Girls

About Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Primary Local authority maintained schools serving Colchester and the surrounding area in Essex with a Church of England character. The school for pupils aged 4–11 is part of the East of England region.

It has 197 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: C Newson.

Information on Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

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	Colchester
Ward	St Anne's and St John's
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	10072445
URN	115088
Data Last Updated	23-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (8)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Gary Sanford	Chair of Governors	21/04/2019	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Steven Begg	Governor	12/07/2019	23/10/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Daniel Fountain	Governor	25/04/2023	25/04/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Revd Suzanne Howlett	Governor	25/03/2022	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Carl Jones	Governor	10/12/2024	09/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Abigail Newman	Governor	22/03/2022	21/03/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Claire Newson	Governor	01/01/2015	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Revd Dr Steve Rudge	Governor	13/03/2025	12/03/2029	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB

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0.5 km • Colchester

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Colchester Academy

0.59 km • Colchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 197 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

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

Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

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

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

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

The Headteacher at Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs C Newson.

Where is Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Templewood Road, Colchester, CO4 3EZ, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

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

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

Is Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs C Newson

Templewood Road, Colchester, CO4 3EZ

01206860612

www.parsonsheathprimary.org.uk/

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 115088

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026