Harefield Primary School
Southampton, SO18 5NZ · Southampton · primary school
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39th of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.0/10 against 1,558 of them, against 2.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harefield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in May 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Southern Karate, Front Row music, Rocksteady, Southampton Music Service, Monday Morning Club, Breaktime Club, and Superstar Sports. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 397 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to move from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating from the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Harefield Primary School
Overview
Harefield Primary School is currently undergoing significant improvement under new leadership, with the report noting that plans are “starting to address” previous variability in learning. While pupils are described as “happy to come to school” and benefit from strong personal development support, the overall quality of education requires improvement due to inconsistent teaching and behaviour management. The inspection highlights that while progress is being made, pupils are not yet gaining the knowledge and skills needed for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a “developing love of reading” and increasing confidence, supported by targeted small-group sessions.
- Staff provide “compassionate help” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring individual needs are well understood.
- Personal development is rated Good, with pupils valuing guidance on staying safe and participating in reintroduced clubs and trips.
- Attendance systems are now “effective and robust,” particularly improving attendance for disadvantaged pupils.
- Leaders have an “accurate view” of necessary improvements and are receiving positive support from the trust.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum delivery lacks consistency, and staff do not consistently check what pupils know, hindering learning across the full curriculum.
- Behaviour expectations are inconsistent, leading to disruptive behaviour that interrupts learning and causes pupils to be slow to settle.
- The early years curriculum is “not ambitious enough” and poorly planned, leaving children unprepared for key stage 1.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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