Schools in Loughton
Loughton has 12 schools: 8 primary and 4 secondary or all-through. 83% of the 12 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Davenant Foundation School has the highest Attainment 8 score (54.9 in 2026). Among primary schools, Hereward Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (90% in 2025).
- 14 schools
- 4 secondary
- 8 primary
Secondary Schools in Loughton
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Davenant Foundation School | Expected standard | 54.9 (2026) | +0.47 (2024) | 1,199 |
| 2 | Debden Park High School | Good | 47.4 (2026) | +0.02 (2024) | 1,046 |
| 3 | Roding Valley High School | Good | 44.2 (2026) | -0.21 (2024) | 1,473 |
| 4 | Oak View School | Good | – | – | 138 |
Primary Schools in Loughton
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hereward Primary School | Outstanding | 90% (2025) | 445 |
| 2 | Staples Road Primary School | Good | 75% (2025) | 626 |
| 3 | Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery | Good | 75% (2025) | 486 |
| 4 | White Bridge Primary School | Good | 64% (2025) | 434 |
| 5 | The Alderton Junior School | Good | 59% (2025) | 225 |
| 6 | St John Fisher Catholic Primary School | Needs attention | 53% (2025) | 268 |
| 7 | High Beech CofE Primary School | Good | 29% (2025) | 105 |
| 8 | The Alderton Infant School and Nursery | Good | – | 207 |
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