The Best Schools In Harlow Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Harlow. These top schools near Harlow are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

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Our number one ranked school in Harlow based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery.

Pupils
453
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
2

Pemberley Academy

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Pemberley Academy is ranked second in Harlow based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
207
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
3

Purford Green Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Harlow based on our authoritative ranking is Purford Green Primary School.

Pupils
228
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
4

Pear Tree Mead Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Harlow league table is Pear Tree Mead Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
474
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Longwood Primary Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Harlow based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Longwood Primary Academy.

Pupils
436
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

Top 5 best performing schools in Harlow and their catchment areas in Harlow ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery
  • Pemberley Academy
  • Purford Green Primary School
  • Pear Tree Mead Academy
  • Longwood Primary Academy

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