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Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is a community primary school in Harlow, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 456 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

456

Pupils

420

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2020

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is set by Essex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Little Grove Field, Harlow, CM19 4BU
Local authority
Essex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
28.6% of pupils
DfE URN
133255

Other Primary Schools in Harlow

If Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harlow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

Is Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Yes — Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery currently has 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery?

Admission to Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is managed by Essex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery cover?

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Harlow, Essex, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery?

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.