Harrington Junior School
98%
Capacity
234
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Harrington Junior School
Harrington Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Harrington Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Wilmot, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9668th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 25 in Erewash.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harrington Junior School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Harrington Junior School is one of the options available in the East 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Derby Road, Nottingham, Erewash, NG10 4BJ |
| Headteacher | Rachael Wilmot |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 240 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9668th of 13,686
Nationally
918th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 25
In Erewash
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Derby Road, Nottingham
Erewash, NG10 4BJ
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