Schools in Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey has 6 schools: 5 primary and 1 secondary or all-through. 60% of the 5 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, King Harold Business & Enterprise Academy has the highest Attainment 8 score (39.7 in 2026). Among primary schools, Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (73% in 2025).
- 6 schools
- 1 secondary
- 5 primary
Secondary Schools in Waltham Abbey
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 | King Harold Business & Enterprise Academy | Needs attention | 39.7 (2026) | -0.34 (2024) | 812 |
Primary Schools in Waltham Abbey
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 | Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy | Good | 73% (2025) | 598 |
| 2 | Hillhouse CofE Primary School | – | 43% (2025) | 341 |
| 3 | Leverton Primary School | Good | 42% (2025) | 436 |
| 4 | Upshire Primary Foundation School | Requires Improvement | 37% (2025) | 198 |
| 5 | Nazeing Primary School | Good | – | 250 |
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