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Longwood Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Longwood Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Harlow, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 425 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

425

Pupils

420

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Longwood Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Longwood Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 425 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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Longwood Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Paringdon Road, Harlow, CM18 7RQ
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141379

Other Primary Schools in Harlow

If Longwood Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harlow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Longwood Primary Academy

Is Longwood Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Longwood Primary Academy currently has 425 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Longwood Primary Academy?

Admission to Longwood Primary Academy 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 Longwood Primary Academy cover?

Longwood Primary Academy 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 Longwood Primary Academy?

Longwood Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.