Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace
London, SE20 8RH · Bromley · primary school
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36th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.4/10 against 1,737 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
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 Crystal Palace overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% 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 9.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Puzzle, Gardening, and Spanish clubs. Sports include KS1 football, NXT Multi skills sports, cricket, dodgeball, Be Fit, and futsal. Arts and music options cover contemporary dance, performing arts drama, and illustration. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 369 pupils against a stated capacity of 389. 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 are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current entry year? How are the various sports and arts clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Pupils “thrive in this remarkable school” where they are “happy, enjoy their learning and are kept safe,” supported by high expectations and an ambitious curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well-structured,” with knowledge “sequenced in a logical order” and a strong focus on widening vocabulary.
- Pupils “achieve extremely well,” including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who receive “highly effective support” and “precise adaptions.”
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” underpinned by the school’s values; bullying is “rare” and issues are resolved quickly.
- The phonics programme ensures “almost all pupils become confident and fluent readers by the end of Year 1.”
- A “comprehensive programme” promotes broader development through educational visits, teaching fundamental British values and diversity.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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