Harris Junior Academy Carshalton
Carshalton, SM5 2NS · Sutton · primary school
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12th of 31 primary schools in Sutton we can score, 41 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.9/10 against 3,438 of them, against 7.3/10 nationally. 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 38% | 3.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harris Junior Academy Carshalton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 18.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 358 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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
Since the website lists no extracurriculars, what opportunities exist for pupils to develop interests outside the core curriculum? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in literacy?
What Ofsted said about Harris Junior Academy Carshalton
Overview
Pupils at Harris Junior Academy Carshalton “flourish in this safe and positive environment” driven by a “genuine passion for learning.” The school delivers a “highly aspirational curriculum” that enables all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to “achieve exceptionally well” by the end of key stage 2.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “extremely ambitious with clearly defined end points,” helping pupils build “a wealth of subject-specific knowledge and depth of understanding.”
- Behaviour is “excellent,” with pupils demonstrating “high levels of self-discipline” because they know this is ‘the right thing to do’.
- Reading is a clear priority; adults “model reading daily” and pupils receive targeted support to become “confident and competent readers.”
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning “valuable character traits such as taking responsibility and collaboration” and engaging in community support via the school’s ‘community hub’.
- Staff benefit from a “systematic programme of professional development” and strong teamwork, while leaders ensure a “healthy work-life balance.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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