Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Harlow, CM17 0QB · Essex · primary school
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238th of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9/10 among them, against 4.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 92 pupils against a stated capacity of 98. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in reading results?
What Ofsted said about Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Pupils “thrive” at this small village school, where relationships are “caring and respectful” and bullying is rare. Leaders have designed an “ambitious curriculum” that allows pupils to build knowledge logically, supported by teachers with “strong subject knowledge.” The school fosters a positive environment where pupils are motivated to achieve and value diversity.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high expectations, aiming high in lessons and earning rewards for their efforts.
- The curriculum is well-structured, ensuring no repetition in mixed-age classes and enabling logical progression of skills.
- Teachers use “skilful questioning” and assessment tools to check understanding and identify gaps in knowledge.
- There is a clear system for supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same curriculum as peers.
- Extra-curricular activities, such as visits to a “friendly club” and after-school clubs, enrich pupils’ experiences.
Areas to improve
- Leaders’ curriculum checks are “not sufficiently rigorous or systematic,” meaning they are not clear enough about strengths and weaknesses.
- Early reading support lacks precision; adults do not always model sounds clearly or give sufficient practice opportunities.
- Key stage 2 reading lessons do not always focus sharply enough on specific reading knowledge or challenge ready pupils.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to report concerns promptly and leaders liaising with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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