Stanburn Primary School
Stanmore, HA7 2PJ · Harrow · primary school
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13th of 38 primary schools in Harrow we can score, 40 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 — 8.6/10 against 4,063 of them, against 8.1/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 41% | 3.98 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.71 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 26% | 1.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stanburn Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess and French clubs, participate in Change 4 Life and Sports Leaders, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 694 pupils against a stated capacity of 780. 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 are included in the Change 4 Life programme?
What Ofsted said about Stanburn Primary School
Overview
Stanburn Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "caring and nurturing" environment where pupils are happy and feel safe. Leaders have planned a demanding curriculum that matches national expectations, with particular success in early reading and mathematics. However, the report notes that in a few subjects, leaders’ curriculum thinking is not yet precise enough to ensure teachers know exactly what knowledge to teach.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and respectful," with bullying being rare and dealt with "quickly and effectively."
- Reading is a priority; staff deliver a "carefully sequenced phonics programme effectively," ensuring most pupils read with accuracy and fluency by Year 2.
- The curriculum develops knowledge logically in many subjects, such as mathematics and geography, where pupils engage in practical activities like field trips.
- Staff provide "effective additional support" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enabling them to achieve well.
- Pupils enjoy a "wide range of activities beyond the classroom," including outdoor learning, clubs, and charitable work.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders must make explicit "which knowledge pupils need to learn and remember" to ensure teachers are clear on precise teaching goals.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems for identifying at-risk pupils, thorough staff checks, and regular training on statutory guidance.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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