Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 12 March 2024

Pupils, including children in the early years, flourish at this school. The values of being 'ready, respectful, and safe' are lived through all aspects of school life. Pupils are incredibly well-mannered. Staff greet pupils warmly with a smile each morning. This creates a welcoming start to the school day. Pupils are confident that if they have a worry that they can tell an adult who will help them. Pupils feel safe and happy at this school. Behaviour is exceptional here. Pupils explain that they behave well because they 'have been taught how to behave and because they want the best for themselves'. Staff have high expectations of what pupils can do. Therefore, pupils work hard and achieve highly across subjects. The school prioritises attendance and takes appropriate action so that attendance remains high. Leaders provide carefully crafted opportunities for pupils to develop and share their own ideas. For example, Year 5 pupils discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using hydro-electric power and Year 2 pupils consider how Henry VIII should be remembered. The school aims for pupils to be well-rounded citizens who impact positively on their community. Pupils are proud to read to residents in a local care home and 'litter pick' in their community.

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