Pear Tree Mead Academy
115%
Capacity
483
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Pear Tree Mead Academy
Pear Tree Mead Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harlow community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 483 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pear Tree Mead Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Peden, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3995th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 28 in Harlow.
Pear Tree Mead Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pear Tree Mead Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harlow, Pear Tree Mead 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pear Tree Mead, Harlow, Harlow, CM18 7BY |
| Headteacher | Christine Peden |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 483 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 483 / 420 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3995th of 13,686
Nationally
411th of 1,612
In East of England
10th of 28
In Harlow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
71%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pear Tree Mead, Harlow
Harlow, CM18 7BY
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