Pemberley Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Hodings Road, Harlow, CM20 1NWOpen in maps

Pemberley Academy is a primary school in Harlow for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 604 schools in Essex. It ranks 11th of 30 primary schools in Harlow. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2018.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 24 April 2018, report published 4 June 2018

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 23 January 2024

Pupils thrive at Pemberley Academy. Staff and pupils are proud of their school. Adults know the pupils well. Relationships are warm and supportive. Pupils feel safe, knowing that adults will quickly help them if they are worried about anything. The school's mission to provide 'exceptional experiences everyday' means that learning is always exciting. Pupils are inspired to participate fully in lessons. Learning in class is rarely disrupted as pupils focus intently on their studies. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve extremely well through the carefully planned curriculum. As a result, pupils are well prepared for the next stage in their education. Pupils are determined to meet the high expectations that adults have for them in all aspects of school life. This begins in Reception, where children learn good habits to help them be successful as they progress through the school. Pupils move sensibly and responsibly around the school. Classrooms are purposeful and calm. Pupils develop their talents and interests through the opportunities available. Trips to London and walks around the local area support pupils to understand the world around them. Pupils enjoy the large selection of clubs available, including sports, drama, well- being and yoga.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

30 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths67%

67%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths23%

23%, 15 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Pupil numbers and mix

207 pupils on roll, with places for 210

Eligible for free school meals24.6%

24.6%, 1.9 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language39.1%

39.1%, 17.5 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.1%

12.1%, 2.7 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan6.3%

6.3%, 0.3 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Pemberley Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Little Parndon Primary Academy0.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement60% met the expected standard
Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery0.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding85% met the expected standard
The Downs Primary School and Nursery0.7 milesOfsted judgements: Good52% met the expected standard
Freshwaters Primary Academy0.8 milesOfsted: Good62% met the expected standard
St Alban's Catholic Academy0.9 milesOfsted: Good57% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy sponsor led
Sector
Academy
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Lisa Fish
Phone
01279215745
Website
pemberleyacademy.co.uk
Address
Hodings Road, Harlow, CM20 1NW
Local authority
Essex
URN
140380

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.