INSPECTORS have recognised a local academy’s hard work at improving their school. Mark Hall Academy, in Harlow, Essex, joined BMAT Education in January 2021 after being graded as ‘Inadequate’ by Ofsted in 2020. Since then, staff within the academy and the trust have worked tirelessly…

LAST WEEK at Pear Tree Mead Academy as part of our charity fundraising days we held a fun different hair day to raise money for PACT.  The children all made such an effort with their different hair styles and PACT attended the school to run…

THIS Saturday saw the curtain come down on the competitive football schedule for the Harlow primary schools this academic year with the finals morning held at Hare street school. The reimagined tournament for this season saw cup football make a huge comeback in the playgrounds of…

THE atmosphere was electric as Potter Street Academy’s Year 5 netball team emerged victorious at the Bee Netball Tournament this week, showcasing incredible teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout an action-packed afternoon of competition. The young athletes got off to a steady start, drawing 0-0 in…

POTTER Street Academy was alive with music, memory, and heartfelt pride as pupils, staff, parents, and carers came together to commemorate VE Day in a moving whole-school celebration. The day began with a festive street party at lunchtime, transforming the school into a scene reminiscent…

HARLOW MP Chris Vince spent the day at Hare Street Primary Community School to see for himself how the school, recently graded “Outstanding” by Ofsted is flourishing. Mr Vince is no stranger to the school (nor indeed all Harlow schools) and it is not just…

YELLOW Brick Rd, a Harlow-based Community Interest Company (a special type of business that exists to benefit the community rather than private shareholders), is aiming to make a powerful impact on local education by providing free one-to-one tuition to disadvantaged secondary school pupils. Founded in…

A HARLOW pre-school has been rated Outstanding following a government inspection. Kidz OK is based at Little Parndon Primary School. The report states: Children settle exceptionally well in this outstanding setting. They are warmly welcomed by staff who engage with families to share key information.…

LEARNING Disabilities Festival at Harlow Town Park.. Full details below.

HARLOW Library: Baby and Toddler Rhymetime. Full details below.

FRESHWATERS Primary Academy marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day by taking to the fields. With a little bit of choreography and the use of a drone, the pupils made a human 80 to pay their tribute to the special day. https://youtu.be/9mJLGmX8vQQ?si=sQOnCESAEx81QfXw

IN a heartwarming tribute to history and community spirit, Purford Green Primary School marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a delightful street party lunch and an afternoon concert on the field. One of the highlights of the event was a concert featuring pupils…

FIGURES from Essex County Council show that 98.37 per cent of primary school-age children starting reception in September 2025 have been offered one of their parents’ preferred schools. However, over half of those choosing Essex’s most oversubscribed primary school – Chapel Hill Primary School and…

ST Edmund’s College, Ware, is proud to announce that one of its talented students, Pippa Webster, has successfully secured the prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship, earning the distinguished title of Arkwright Scholar. This remarkable achievement reflects Pippa’s hard work, dedication and passion for engineering. Pippa’s journey…