Vaughan Primary School
107%
Capacity
676
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About Vaughan Primary School
Vaughan Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 676 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Karen Jones, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1302nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 38 in Harrow.
Vaughan Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 411 applications for 90 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 136 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Vaughan Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Vaughan Primary School 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 | The Gardens, Vaughan Road, Harrow, Harrow, HA1 4EL |
| Headteacher | Karen Jones |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 676 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 676 / 630 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1302nd of 13,686
Nationally
323rd of 1,592
In London
11th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
81%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
411
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
136 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Gardens, Vaughan Road, Harrow
Harrow, HA1 4EL
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