Colchester Academy
Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–16 · 879 pupils · Colchester
The council’s dates, for reference
Colchester Academy sets its own term dates. These are Essex’s, shown for reference only — check with the school before you book.
Term dates 2026 / 27
Checked 1 September 2026Term
Autumn term
Tuesday, 1 September 2026 to Friday, 18 December 2026
109 days
Half term
October half term
Monday, 26 October 2026 to Friday, 30 October 2026
5 days
Holiday
Christmas holiday
Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Sunday, 3 January 2027
16 days
Term
Spring term
Monday, 4 January 2027 to Thursday, 25 March 2027
81 days
Half term
February half term
Monday, 15 February 2027 to Friday, 19 February 2027
5 days
Holiday
Easter holiday
Friday, 26 March 2027 to Sunday, 11 April 2027
17 days
Term
Summer term
Monday, 12 April 2027 to Wednesday, 21 July 2027
101 days
Half term
May half term
Monday, 31 May 2027 to Friday, 4 June 2027
5 days
Holiday
Summer holiday
Thursday, 22 July 2027 to Tuesday, 31 August 2027
41 days
Next up: October half term, 26 October 2026.
Read from essex.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools/essex-school-terms-a. This school may differ — check with them before booking.
Last checked 1 September 2026
About Colchester Academy
Colchester Academy is a Secondary school for ages 11 to 16 in Colchester, Essex, with 879 pupils.
TypeAcademy sponsor led
PhaseSecondary
CouncilEssex
Pupils879 of 910 places
AdmitsMixed
Opened1 September 2010
URN136195
Websitewww.colchesteracademy.org.uk
From Get Information about Schools, as at 1 September 2026.
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Hazelmere Junior School
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Roach Vale Primary School
0.2 mi · Primary
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Where it is
Hawthorn AvenueColchester
Essex
CO4 3JL
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