The Gilberd School vs The Trinity School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 56 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Gilberd School
Colchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,588 students
The Trinity School
Colchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
780 students
| Measure | The Gilberd School Colchester, East of England | The Trinity School Colchester, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 81 Top 25% | 81 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #77 of 460 | #78 of 460 |
| National rank | #565 of 4,090 | #567 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,588 | 780 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,588 | 780 |
| Free school meals | 15.4% | 16.3% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 86.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 58.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 77.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.76 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Colchester | Colchester |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.gilberd.com | www.thetrinityschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (81.3 vs 81.3).
- •The Gilberd School is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 780.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Gilberd School better than The Trinity School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are The Gilberd School and The Trinity School?
About 56 m in a straight line, between Colchester and Colchester in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Gilberd School: 1,588. The Trinity School: 780. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Gilberd School and The Trinity School rank in East of England?
The Gilberd School is 77th of 460 and The Trinity School is 78th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).