Harris Primary Academy Haling Park
101%
Capacity
423
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Harris Primary Academy Haling Park
Harris Primary Academy Haling Park is a state-funded None primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Terrie-Ann Wright, 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 1712th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 77 in Croydon.
Harris Primary Academy Haling Park is a popular choice with families — it received 236 applications for 60 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harris Primary Academy Haling Park include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, Harris Primary Academy Haling Park 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 | None |
| Address | 50-58 Haling Road, Croydon, Croydon, CR2 6HS |
| Headteacher | Terrie-Ann Wright |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (21 Sept 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1712th of 13,686
Nationally
397th of 1,592
In London
16th 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
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
236
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harris Primary Academy Haling Park
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Contact Information
50-58 Haling Road, Croydon
Croydon, CR2 6HS
Journey to School
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