Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery

URN: 140024 • Harlow CM20 3BW

Overview

Name
Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery
URN
140024
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BMAT EDUCATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amber Wade (since 2025)
Telephone
01279437590
Website
Visit
Address
Cooks Spinney, Harlow CM20 3BW

Summary

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery, located in Harlow, Essex, serves children aged 3 to 11 and is part of the BMAT cooperative trust. Established in December 2013, the school aims to create a safe and nurturing environment where respect, responsibility, and community are central to its ethos. With a current enrolment of 459 pupils, the academy maintains a capacity of 468 and offers a mixed-gender education.

The curriculum at Cooks Spinney goes beyond the national standards, providing enriching experiences that encourage students to explore their interests and achieve their full potential. The school emphasizes high expectations for all pupils, regardless of their background or ability. Recent initiatives include a Careers Week where students engaged with various professionals, enhancing their understanding of future career paths.

Cooks Spinney also prioritizes support for students with special educational needs, exemplified by the recognition of a staff member for her dedication in this area. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BMAT EDUCATION
Capacity
468
Pupils
459
Boys
251
Girls
208
FSM %
51.20
Open date
2013-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 459 251 208 468 51.20
2024-09-11 462 247 215 468 47.70
2023-09-11 458 250 208 468 37.10
2022-09-11 458 250 208 468 37.10
2021-09-11 457 229 228 468 31.90
2020-09-11 457 222 235 512 22.90

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