Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Malcolm Road, Penge, London, SE20 8RHOpen in maps

Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace is a primary school in Bromley for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 116 schools in Bromley. It ranks 43rd of 68 primary schools in Bromley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2015.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 30 April 2015, report published 21 May 2015

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 March 2025

Pupils thrive in this remarkable school where everyone is treated equally. They are happy, enjoy their learning and are kept safe. Parents and carers are very positive about the education their children receive. The school has high expectations for all pupils. The trust and school provide an ambitious and well-structured curriculum for all pupils, including learners with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Teachers adapt the curriculum to ensure that all pupils learn well and succeed. Pupils say their learning is exciting. They enjoy the numerous educational visits, which broaden their experiences. As a result, all pupils achieve extremely well. Pupils' attitudes reflect the school's three 'golden rules' of showing respect, taking responsibility and making the right choices. Pupils live out the school's six values of kindness, integrity, unity, wonder, resilience and aspiration every day. Bullying is rare. Adults resolve any issues quickly. Consequently, pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Pupils take up a range of leadership opportunities, which develop their talents and interests. They are involved in the life of the school and the local community, for example by leading a dance group for other pupils during playtime. Many perform at various London music venues as part of the school choir.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

46 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths74%

74%, 12 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths9%

9%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score106

106, 1 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Pupil numbers and mix

369 pupils on roll, with places for 389

Eligible for free school meals37.9%

37.9%, 11.4 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language41.7%

41.7%, 20.1 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support13.3%

13.3%, 1.5 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.5%

3.5%, 2.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St John's Church of England Primary School0.2 milesOfsted judgements: Requires improvement to good75% met the expected standard
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Good57% met the expected standard
Harris Primary Academy Kent House0.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding72% met the expected standard
James Dixon Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Alexandra Infant School0.6 milesOfsted: GoodNot published

School details

School type
Academy sponsor led
Sector
Academy
Trust
HARRIS FEDERATION
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Ms Alice Bryson
Phone
02087784742
Website
harrisprimarycrystalpalace.org.uk
Address
Malcolm Road, Penge, London, SE20 8RH
Local authority
Bromley
URN
139966

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.