Harbury CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Harbury CofE Primary School
Harbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 220 places).
Ofsted has rated Harbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Bosley, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1228th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
Harbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 23 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Harbury CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (84 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harbury CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, Harbury CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Mill Street, Leamington Spa, Stratford-on-Avon, CV33 9HR |
| Headteacher | Lucy Bosley |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 220 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1228th of 13,686
Nationally
117th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
84 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harbury CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Mill Street, Leamington Spa
Stratford-on-Avon, CV33 9HR
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