Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery — Primary School in Clacton-on-Sea

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Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 0DY

230 Pupils

244 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

13.50% FSM %

120 Boys

110 Girls

About Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is an Academies for pupils aged 2–11 based in Essex, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 230 pupils on roll. School capacity: 244. Current headteacher: Nicola Emrich.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Essex or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Essex
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Tendring
Parliamentary Constituency	Clacton
Ward	Thorpe, Beaumont & Great Holland
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: 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	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	THE DIOCESE OF CHELMSFORD VINE SCHOOLS TRUST
Opened	01-01-2014
UKPRN	10044498
URN	140506
Data Last Updated	10-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Charlotte Little	Chair of Local Governing Body	05/03/2024	04/03/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Hazel Crane	Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free School	01/09/2024	—	N/A
Mrs Rosie Asbridge	Local Governor	10/02/2026	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Lee Caffull	Local Governor	01/09/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Nick Chant	Local Governor	24/03/2023	27/06/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Marjorie Colebourne	Local Governor	06/10/2023	05/10/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Nicola Emrich	Local Governor	01/09/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Diane Fawcett	Local Governor	24/02/2025	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Karen Jones	Local Governor	01/09/2020	31/12/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Garry Neave	Local Governor	24/02/2025	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Chelsey Smith	Local Governor	12/07/2024	11/07/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Victoria Tames	Local Governor	10/05/2024	09/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Compass Community School Essex

1.76 km • ESSEX

Other

Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School

3.27 km • Clacton-On-Sea

Other

Engaines Primary School and Nursery

3.98 km • Clacton-on-Sea

Other

Tendring Primary School

4.13 km • Clacton-on-Sea

Other

Kirby Primary Academy

4.27 km • Frinton-on-Sea

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex.

How many pupils does Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery have?

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery has 230 pupils, with a capacity of 244.

What is the age range at Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery a faith school?

Yes, Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

The Executive Headteacher at Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is Mrs Nicola Emrich.

Where is Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery located?

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is at High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 0DY, in the Essex local authority, East of England.

Does Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery currently open?

Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is currently open.

Contact

Executive Headteacher

Mrs Nicola Emrich

High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 0DY

01255861317

www.rolphcofeprimary.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 140506

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026