Colchester County High School for Girls

Welcome to Colchester County High School for Girls. We are a vibrant and happy community providing an exciting variety of opportunities for girls to develop their talents, to enjoy themselves and to flourish as individuals.
Our students are exceptionally bright and enthusiastic. They thrive in our relaxed, supportive atmosphere, and take personal responsibility for their own learning.
Our students have high expectations of themselves and work incredibly hard to achieve their goals, and we make sure that they have our absolute support. A comprehensive system of pastoral care includes time for reflection and dealing with stress, as well as important opportunities for personal and social development.
Our girls have a strong sense of ownership and pride in their community, reflected in their excellent behaviour and consideration for others. They also take charge of our very active and effective Student Council with considerable flair and creativity, offering a real voice for students campaigning for school improvements.
Life at our school is enriched by extensive extra-curricular activities. From a sign language qualification to taking part in a mock trial, our students have fantastic opportunities to learn new skills, discover new talents and face new challenges.
Every girl at our school is encouraged to participate in PE and games in a spirit of fun, teamwork and personal achievement. We offer a wide variety of sports with expert teaching and supervision, allowing our students to discover and pursue their favourite activities with no pressure to become sports stars!
Our school community has a wonderful atmosphere of creativity, and a great respect for the performing and visual arts as vehicles for the imagination. Students have a huge variety of opportunities to express themselves as artists, musicians and actors.
Colchester County High School for Girls has a very serious approach to careers education and progression to Higher Education. Our students are ambitious in their choice of universities and aware of the competition for the top places, particularly at Oxford and Cambridge.
Colchester County High School for Girls is a DfES designated Science College, reflecting our superb teaching, extraordinary results, and commitment to science development. We have Scientists in Residence, hold lectures and workshops throughout the year, and work closely with other schools to share our expertise.

Examinations

Year 11 - Study Leave: commences Monday 13th May
Year 12 - Study Leave: commences Monday 13th May, return to school Monday 10th June
Year 13 - Study Leave: commences Monday 20th May
Years 7 and 8 Exam Week: Monday 3rd to Friday 7th June inclusive

Construction Works

Please be aware that there will be major construction works happening in and around the main school building which will run until the end of the summer term. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience

Year 7 Admissions September 2014

9th to 12th of July 2013 inclusive: Open mornings and afternoon tours of the school.
15th July 2013 18.00 and 19.30: Presentations by the Headteacher.
By appointment only. These can be made by calling reception on (01206) 576973.

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Examinations

Construction Works

Year 7 Admissions September 2014

News & Events

Headteacher's Welcome

"It is my great privilege as Head Teacher of the Colchester County High School for Girls to welcome you warmly to our website."

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