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Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery

Cooks Spinney, Harlow, CM20 3BW

A Good-rated primary school in Harlow where 38% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

459

Ages

3-11

FSM

51.2%

Capacity

468

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

55.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

46.0%

RWM Combined

38.0%

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About Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery is a primary school in Harlow, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 61 responses), 74% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 459 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cooks Spinney, Harlow, CM20 3BW | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Good
May 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Jun 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery

What is Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 61 responses): 74% of parents would recommend Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery.

What are Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery's latest exam results?

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery located?

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery is a primary school in Harlow, Essex (CM20 3BW).

How many pupils attend Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery?

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery has around 459 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery with other schools?

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