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Passmores Academy Catchment Area

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

Passmores Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Harlow, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1205 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,205

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Passmores Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Passmores 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: 1205 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 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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Passmores Academy — School Information

Full address
Tracyes Road, Harlow, CM18 6JH
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137445

Other Secondary Schools in Harlow

If Passmores Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Harlow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Passmores Academy

Is Passmores Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Passmores Academy currently has 1205 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Passmores Academy?

Admission to Passmores 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 Passmores Academy cover?

Passmores Academy is a secondary school in Harlow, Essex, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Passmores Academy?

Passmores Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.