Oxford House School in Colchester could close at the end of the summer term because of dwindling pupil numbers, its parent company Cognita has warned, the BBC has reported.

The school caters for 120 children aged between two-and-a-half and 11.

Cognita told parents, carers and staff of the possible outcome with “great sadness” explaining that it follows a review of the school’s prospects that considered the economic climate against a backdrop of declining birth rates

A Cognita spokesperson said: “During this consultation period, as well as supporting our colleagues, our focus will remain on the children and making sure that their education continues as normal.”