Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Bromley, BR2 0HG · Bromley · primary school
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9th 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 — 8.9/10 against 4,107 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| 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 Shortlands overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 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 (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Coding, Musical Theatre, Dance, Taekwondo, Chess, Baking, and football teams, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 383 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 who do not reach the higher standard? What does the daily routine look like for children joining the after-school club? How are the coding and musical theatre clubs structured for different age groups?
What Ofsted said about Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
Overview
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands continues to be an outstanding school, where pupils describe their experience as ‘spectacular’, ‘enlightening’ and ‘inspiring’. The report highlights a ‘broad, ambitious and structured’ curriculum that ensures high achievement and deep enjoyment of learning for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve highly across the curriculum due to a well-structured approach that builds knowledge systematically, with staff providing constant feedback to help pupils ‘improve and rectify mistakes’.
- Early reading is prioritised from Reception, resulting in pupils becoming ‘confident and fluent readers’ through high-quality phonics instruction and daily reading sessions.
- Behaviour is described as ‘impeccable’, with pupils demonstrating high levels of respect, low disruption, and a strong sense of safety and inclusion.
- Equality and diversity are ‘woven into each subject’, ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND, are fully included in school life and leadership roles.
- Staff wellbeing is supported by leaders, and governors actively question leaders to ensure the quality of education remains high.
Areas to improve
- The school is working to improve attendance rates and reduce persistent absence, implementing support measures and discouraging term-time holidays.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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