Abbotsweld Primary Academy

About Abbotsweld Primary Academy

Abbotsweld Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harlow community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 308 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 315 places).

Ofsted has rated Abbotsweld Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Benson, it falls under Essex local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3358th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 28 in Harlow.

Abbotsweld Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 43 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Abbotsweld Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Science Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Harlow, Abbotsweld Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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