The short version
Average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 63% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
63%
+1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
12%
+4.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 28 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 276
- Capacity
- 66%
- FSM
- 42.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bromley
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Mark Maguire (Executive Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Dyke Drive, Orpington, Kent, BR5 4LZ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHillside Primary School
Primary · Very close
St Philomena's Primary School
Primary · 326m away
The Priory School
Secondary · 524m away
Harris Academy Orpington
Secondary · 524m away
Orion Blenheim
Primary · 806m away
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
Primary · 847m away
Dorton College of Further Education
Special school · 915m away
Burwood School
Special school · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Harris Primary Academy Orpington a selective school?
No. Harris Primary Academy Orpington is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Harris Primary Academy Orpington's Ofsted rating?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Primary Academy Orpington?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington currently has 276 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Primary Academy Orpington take?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Harris Primary Academy Orpington?
Harris Primary Academy Orpington is in Orpington, BR5 4LZ, in the Bromley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Primary Academy Orpington have a sixth form?
No, Harris Primary Academy Orpington does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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