Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
80%
Capacity
251
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harlow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jeannette Harman, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5123rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 28 in Harlow.
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 26 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harlow, Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brookside, Harlow, Harlow, CM19 5NJ |
| Headteacher | Jeannette Harman |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 315 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5123rd of 13,686
Nationally
533rd of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 28
In Harlow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brookside, Harlow
Harlow, CM19 5NJ
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