Vaughan Primary School
Harrow, HA1 4EL · Harrow · primary school
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1st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.6/10 against 3,865 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Vaughan Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% 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 (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the K-Kwon-Do Martial Arts Club and the ABC Indian Dance Club. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 668 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are places allocated for new entrants given the current over-capacity status?
What Ofsted said about Vaughan Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms Vaughan Primary School remains ‘outstanding’, though inspectors noted the grade ‘might not be as high if a graded (section 5) inspection were carried out now’. The school fosters a secure environment where pupils are ‘rightly proud’ and behaviour is ‘exemplary’, supported by ‘clear routines’ and ‘strong and respectful’ relationships.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve highly in English and mathematics, with a curriculum that is ‘broad and ambitious’ and ‘well-designed’ in most subjects.
- Reading is promoted effectively; phonics are taught consistently from Reception, and books are ‘well matched to the sounds pupils know’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are ‘accurately identified and well supported’ to access the curriculum.
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with leaders providing robust support for workload management and professional development.
- Personal development is promoted extensively, helping pupils develop ‘resilience and strength of character’.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, knowledge has not been ‘as clearly identified or sequenced’, limiting the depth of understanding some pupils secure.
- New subject leaders require support to ‘evaluate the impact of their subjects on pupils’ learning and achievement’.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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