The Downs Primary School and Nursery

The Downs Primary School and Nursery: key facts

What did Ofsted judge The Downs Primary School and Nursery's quality of education to be?

Ofsted judged The Downs Primary School and Nursery's quality of education as Good at its inspection in May 2025, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend The Downs Primary School and Nursery?

The Downs Primary School and Nursery has 362 pupils on roll.

What ages does The Downs Primary School and Nursery take?

The Downs Primary School and Nursery admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is The Downs Primary School and Nursery located?

The Downs Primary School and Nursery is located in Harlow, CM20 3RB, Essex.

How do I apply to The Downs Primary School and Nursery?

The Downs Primary School and Nursery is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

What is the largest ethnic background at The Downs Primary School and Nursery?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 35.9% of pupils at The Downs Primary School and Nursery are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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