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Pear Tree Mead Academy Catchment Area

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

Pear Tree Mead Academy is a academy converter primary school in Harlow, Essex , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 483 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

483

Pupils

420

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Pear Tree Mead Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Pear Tree Mead 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: 483 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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Pear Tree Mead Academy — School Information

Full address
Pear Tree Mead, Harlow, CM18 7BY
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
26.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141304

Other Primary Schools in Harlow

If Pear Tree Mead Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harlow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pear Tree Mead Academy

Is Pear Tree Mead Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Pear Tree Mead Academy currently has 483 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Pear Tree Mead Academy?

Admission to Pear Tree Mead 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 Pear Tree Mead Academy cover?

Pear Tree Mead Academy is a primary school in Harlow, Essex, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Pear Tree Mead Academy?

Pear Tree Mead Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.