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Newhall Primary Academy

Harlow, CM17 9SF · Essex · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2023 Inspected 3 years ago Mixed Primary
5.2/10 Broadly average

203rd 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 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8/10 among them, against 5.2/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 67.0 · 57 40% 2.28
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 6.0 · 45 25% 1.12

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Newhall Primary Academy overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8 out of 10 among them, against 5.2 out of 10 nationally.

Getting in

The published school roll is 497 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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.

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Since the inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to teaching since then? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in core subjects?

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What Ofsted said about Newhall Primary Academy

Inspection report dated 14 March 2023

Overview

Newhall Primary Academy is described as a “vibrant and happy school” where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe. Leaders are “highly ambitious” for pupil achievement, with a clear curriculum that prepares children well for future learning, particularly in early reading.

Strengths

  • Pupils are “kind to each other,” with bullying being rare, and they develop positive relationships with staff.
  • Early reading is taught effectively, with strong phonics instruction ensuring pupils become “fluent, confident readers.”
  • The curriculum sets out clearly what pupils will learn, and subject leaders have a clear overview of progression from Nursery.
  • Pupils learn about diversity and respect, participating in events like ‘Pride Day’ and understanding that “everyone should be treated with respect.”
  • Governors and leaders work together to manage staff workload and well-being effectively.

Areas to improve

  • Leaders must ensure teachers implement curriculum plans as intended, as inconsistencies in some subjects are causing “gaps in their knowledge.”
  • Teachers need better guidance to identify the needs of a small number of pupils with SEND quickly and accurately.
  • Governors require more information on the quality of education in subjects other than English and mathematics to challenge leaders effectively.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” and robust processes to identify and manage concerns.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
67%
2024/25
Higher standard
6%
2024/25
Demand
×1.42
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
10%
vs 25% across England

Your offer chance

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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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