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Schools in CM20

A postcode district in Essex

  • Postcode district
  • 15 schools and nurseries

In short: CM20 is a postcode district in Essex with 7 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries157 primary · 2 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CM20

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All CM20 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CM20

7 in CM20, best first

Pemberley Academy

Harlow, CM20 1NW · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

43 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1167%

England 62%

Days missed
5.8%
Pupils
207
Pupils per teacher
22.0
View school Pemberley Academy

Freshwaters Primary Academy

Harlow, CM20 3QA · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

48 first choices, 57 offers made

Met the standard at 1162%

England 62%

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
413
Pupils per teacher
21.2
View school Freshwaters Primary Academy

Top Secondary Schools in CM20

2 in CM20, best first

Burnt Mill Academy

Harlow, CM20 2NR · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

173 first choices, 209 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.2

England 46.2

Days missed
8.6%
Pupils
959
Pupils per teacher
13.4
View school Burnt Mill Academy

Bmat Stem Academy

Harlow, CM20 3EZ · UTC · Secondary · Ages 14 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1629.9

England 46.2

Days missed
14.3%
Pupils
240
Pupils per teacher
11.9
View school Bmat Stem Academy

Nurseries in CM20

6 in CM20, highest Ofsted grade first

Kidz OK Ltd

Harlow, CM20 1PU · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school Kidz OK Ltd

Sixth Forms in CM20

1 in CM20, by the school's Eduscope score

Bmat Stem Academy

Harlow, CM20 3EZ · UTC · Secondary · Ages 14 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1629.9

England 46.2

Days missed
14.3%
Pupils
240
Pupils per teacher
11.9
View school Bmat Stem Academy
The map

Every school in CM20, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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St Alban's Catholic Academy, GoodBurnt Mill Academy, GoodFreshwaters Primary Academy, GoodLittle Parndon Primary Academy, Requires improvementCooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery, Good in every areaPemberley Academy, GoodTany's Dell Primary School and Nursery, GoodBmat Stem Academy, GoodThe Downs Primary School and Nursery, Good in every areaBanana Moon Day Nursery Harlow, GoodSpinney Pre-School, GoodJack and Jill's Nursery, GoodRainbow Day Nursery (Harlow) Ltd, GoodKindred Harlow, GoodKidz OK Ltd, Outstanding
  • Outstanding1
  • Good11
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet2
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CM20 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CM20 has 15 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in CM20

Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.

Questions

Questions parents ask about CM20

How many schools are in CM20?

CM20 has 15 schools, including 7 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 6 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CM20?

The highest-ranked schools in CM20 on Eduscope are Pemberley Academy, Tany's Dell Primary School and Nursery, Burnt Mill Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How do I choose the right school in CM20?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 15 schools in CM20 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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