Harris Primary Academy Benson
57%
Capacity
238
Pupils
5.1x
Demand
About Harris Primary Academy Benson
Harris Primary Academy Benson is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lee Searle, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1658th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 77 in Croydon.
Harris Primary Academy Benson is a popular choice with families — it received 153 applications for 30 places, making it 5.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harris Primary Academy Benson include Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Harris Primary Academy Benson is one of the options available in the London 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West Way, Croydon, Croydon, CR0 8RQ |
| Headteacher | Lee Searle |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 420 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1658th of 13,686
Nationally
383rd of 1,592
In London
14th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
79%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
153
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harris Primary Academy Benson
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Contact Information
West Way, Croydon
Croydon, CR0 8RQ
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