Purford Green Primary School
97%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Purford Green Primary School
Purford Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harlow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Purford Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Thomson, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2311th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 28 in Harlow.
Purford Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Purford Green Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (30 responses).
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 Purford Green Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama, Art 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, Purford Green Primary School 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 | Purford Green, Harlow, Harlow, CM18 6HP |
| Headteacher | Rachel Thomson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 234 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2311th of 13,686
Nationally
225th of 1,612
In East of England
4th of 28
In Harlow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Purford Green, Harlow
Harlow, CM18 6HP
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