Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
URN: 144823 • Harlow CM19 5NJ
Overview
- Name
- Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
- URN
- 144823
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NET ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julien Mealey (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01279421495
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brookside, Harlow CM19 5NJ
Summary
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery is a mixed, academy-sponsored primary school located in Harlow, Essex, with a current enrolment of 251 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school prides itself on being fully inclusive, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported. According to the latest Ofsted report from November 2021, the school demonstrates strong behaviour and positive relationships among pupils and staff, contributing to a nurturing learning environment.
The curriculum at Katherines is designed to be ambitious and engaging, with a focus on revisiting learning to deepen understanding. Pupils are encouraged to explore a wide range of high-quality literature, which enhances their vocabulary and cultural experiences. The school is committed to providing tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they have access to the same educational opportunities as their peers.
Katherines Primary Academy fosters a strong sense of community, with parents expressing high satisfaction regarding the school's holistic approach to education. The school actively encourages parental involvement and offers open days for prospective families, reinforcing its commitment to building strong partnerships with the community.
The curriculum at Katherines is designed to be ambitious and engaging, with a focus on revisiting learning to deepen understanding. Pupils are encouraged to explore a wide range of high-quality literature, which enhances their vocabulary and cultural experiences. The school is committed to providing tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they have access to the same educational opportunities as their peers.
Katherines Primary Academy fosters a strong sense of community, with parents expressing high satisfaction regarding the school's holistic approach to education. The school actively encourages parental involvement and offers open days for prospective families, reinforcing its commitment to building strong partnerships with the community.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Book here (calendar)
- Visit our website. (other)
- Grebot Donnelly Ltd (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Parent View (other)
- More Tweets (other)
- Places of Interest (other)
- https://www.essex.gov.uk/apply-for-a-primary-school-place (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NET ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 251
- Boys
- 138
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 29.20
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 251 | 138 | 113 | 315 | 29.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 271 | 139 | 132 | 315 | 27.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 288 | 151 | 137 | 315 | 25.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 288 | 151 | 137 | 315 | 25.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 278 | 143 | 135 | 308 | 24.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 294 | 158 | 136 | 308 | 19.30 |
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