Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green
Beckenham, BR3 5JG · Bromley · primary school
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5th of 69 primary schools in Bromley we can score, 76 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 — 9.7/10 against 3,131 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 97.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.98 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 97.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 16.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in April 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Drawing, STEM, Computing, Singing, Sewing, Chess, Lego, and Karate clubs. Sports include Football, Dance, and Jamies Gymnastics Academy. Arts activities feature Mandarin Craft for Key Stages 1 and 2. Trips include the Aladdin pantomime, Robin Hood, and the Houses of Parliament. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does the typical day look like for a child in the after-school club? How are the Mandarin Craft sessions structured for Key Stage 1 versus Key Stage 2?
What Ofsted said about Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green
Overview
Pupils, including those in the early years, "flourish" at this school, where the values of being "ready, respectful, and safe" are embedded in daily life. The inspection found that leaders have established a "very well-designed curriculum" which enables pupils to acquire a "rich knowledge base" and achieve highly across subjects. The report describes the school as a place where pupils feel "safe and happy" and are motivated to learn.
Strengths
- Behaviour is described as "exceptional," with pupils working hard because staff have "high expectations" and pupils "want the best for themselves."
- The curriculum is precise, ensuring pupils confidently use subject-specific vocabulary, such as in science and history.
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with effective teaching ensuring children read with "positive attitudes and developing fluency."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve well" through careful adaptations and effective staff training.
- Personal development is prioritised, with pupils showing sensitivity towards protected characteristics and engaging in community enrichment activities.
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 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 97% |
| 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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