Harris Primary Academy Purley Way
Croydon, CR0 4FE · Croydon · primary school
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7th of 77 primary schools in Croydon we can score, 87 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 — 9.5/10 against 2,024 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
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 Purley Way overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 577 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 577?
What Ofsted said about Harris Primary Academy Purley Way
Overview
Harris Primary Academy Purley Way has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school continues to deliver high-quality education, with pupils achieving exceptionally well academically and personally within a calm and respectful environment.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "highly respectful of different needs, cultures and backgrounds," resulting in kind behaviour and a "culture of learning" that permeates the school.
- The curriculum is "well-constructed and carefully mapped," ensuring pupils develop a "deep subject knowledge base" through systematic teaching and routine checks of understanding.
- Early reading provision is highly effective, with staff delivering phonics expertise that helps pupils become "confident and fluent readers" and quickly address any gaps.
- The school swiftly identifies the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they have access to the curriculum through appropriate adaptations.
- Staff receive "regular and valued training," appreciate the support provided, and are "proud to work at this school."
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 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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
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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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