Purford Green Primary School

URN: 139950 • Harlow CM18 6HP

Overview

Name
Purford Green Primary School
URN
139950
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE PASSMORES CO-OPERATIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Thomson (since 2025)
Telephone
01279425100
Website
Visit
Address
Purford Green, Harlow CM18 6HP

Summary

Purford Green Primary School, located in Harlow, Essex, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 227 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 234. The school is part of the Passmores Cooperative Learning Community, which emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, aiming to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. With 26.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of their socio-economic background, is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

The school's mission focuses on delivering inspirational teaching that fosters resilience and independence among pupils. Purford Green promotes a broad and balanced curriculum, underpinned by strong leadership, to prepare students for lifelong learning. The school values—Respect, Resilience, Responsibility, Honesty, Independence, Cooperation, Empathy, and Inquisitiveness—are integral to developing students' character and supporting their personal and social growth.

Admissions are managed in accordance with Essex County Council’s policies, with further details available through the school office or online. Purford Green Primary School aims to create a nurturing community where students can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE PASSMORES CO-OPERATIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Capacity
234
Pupils
227
Boys
126
Girls
101
FSM %
26.20
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 227 126 101 234 26.20
2024-09-11 228 128 100 234 25.00
2023-09-11 200 105 95 210 26.50
2022-09-11 200 105 95 210 26.50
2021-09-11 199 106 93 210 25.60
2020-09-11 198 103 95 210 25.30

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