# Market Field School — Colchester, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.3/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Ruth Whitehead

## Contact

- **Address:** School Road, Elmstead Market, Colchester
- **Phone:** 01206 825195
- **Website:** https://www.marketfieldschool.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/colchester/market-field-school-18017

## About

We are a day special school for pupils aged 5-16 who experience moderate learning difficulties. We are a forward thinking school and understand that every child is an individual and do our utmost best to ensure they are given the support, guidance and opportunity to succeed in an environment where they feel safe, secure and valued.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Outstanding — Oct 2019
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Oct 2019

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional school that genuinely cares: We've been so impressed with the dedication of the staff and the welcoming atmosphere at Market Field School. My child has thrived in the Enhanced Autism Provision and has made tremendous progress. We feel like part of the school family! *(Sep 2022)*
- **3/5** — Some great aspects, but could be more consistent: We've had a mixed experience at Market Field School. The staff are generally friendly and supportive, and our child loves the sports facilities. However, we've noticed some inconsistency in the teaching and sometimes feel that our child is not being challenged enough. We're hoping to see some improvements in the coming months. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — A happy and inclusive community: Market Field School has been a game-changer for our child. The staff are passionate, caring, and truly understand the needs of their students. We love the variety of activities and excursions, and our child is learning so much. Thank you, Market Field! *(Jan 2022)*
- **4/5** — A supportive environment for our child's needs: We were a bit apprehensive about sending our child to a special school, but Market Field exceeded our expectations. The staff went above and beyond to support our child's needs and ensure they felt safe and valued. We're so grateful for the time they spent with us. *(Mar 2021)*

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