Cherry Tree Academy

About Cherry Tree Academy

Cherry Tree is a one-form entry primary school in Colchester, catering for children 4-11 years old and is part of Inspires Multi Academy Trust. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and friendly place, where all pupils are supported to reach their full potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss Charlotte Newley

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 14 responses • 8.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

92.8% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

92.9% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

100% positive

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 14 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

7.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

41.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Best School Ever!"

I've been so impressed with Cherry Tree Academy. My daughter loves her Year 5 class and the teachers are all so supportive. The facilities are excellent too, especially the outdoor play areas.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca W

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Lovely school"

We've only been at Cherry Tree for a year, but our experience has been great. The teachers are friendly and the curriculum is really interesting. Our daughter has thrived in her Year 2 class.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Jan 1, 2022

3.0

"Some mixed feelings"

I've been a bit disappointed with the communication from the school at times, but my son is happy and learning well in his Year 1 class. The school's facilities are great and the staff are friendly.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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David T

Parent Mar 1, 2021

5.0

"Cherry Tree was a great choice"

My son went to Cherry Tree from Reception to Year 6 and we're so proud of the person he's become. The school's values really resonated with us and the extra-curricular activities were fantastic.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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