Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
106%
Capacity
665
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 665 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lauren Arnell, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2773rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 39 in Thurrock.
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred is a popular choice with families — it received 345 applications for 90 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 103 were first-preference applications.
Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (304 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Mayflower Road, Grays, Thurrock, RM16 6SA |
| Headteacher | Lauren Arnell |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 665 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 665 / 630 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2773rd of 13,686
Nationally
265th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
304 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
345
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
103 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
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Contact Information
Mayflower Road, Grays
Thurrock, RM16 6SA
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