Thomas Harding Junior School
URN: 110305 • Chesham HP5 1LR
Overview
- Name
- Thomas Harding Junior School
- URN
- 110305
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jan Burgess (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Fullers Hill, Chesham HP5 1LR
Summary
Thomas Harding Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 237 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive. The leadership team prioritises the holistic development of students, focusing on academic progress alongside character building through their ASPIRE values: Aspiration, Success, Pride, Integrity, Resilience, and Equality.
The curriculum is designed to be rich and engaging, promoting a growth mindset that encourages students to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes. Teachers are dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each child, ensuring that they are well-prepared for secondary education. The school community actively involves parents in the learning process, fostering strong partnerships that enhance student success.
Ofsted inspections have highlighted the positive atmosphere at Thomas Harding Junior School, noting exemplary behaviour and a strong sense of community among pupils. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the school's commitment to nurturing their children and providing a supportive learning environment.
The curriculum is designed to be rich and engaging, promoting a growth mindset that encourages students to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes. Teachers are dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each child, ensuring that they are well-prepared for secondary education. The school community actively involves parents in the learning process, fostering strong partnerships that enhance student success.
Ofsted inspections have highlighted the positive atmosphere at Thomas Harding Junior School, noting exemplary behaviour and a strong sense of community among pupils. Parents express high levels of satisfaction with the school's commitment to nurturing their children and providing a supportive learning environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Brushwood Junior School (69.6)
- Chartridge Combined School (62.3)
- Elmtree Infant and Nursery School (61.2)
- Hawridge and Cholesbury Church of England School (60.6)
- Newtown School (56.0)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 237
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 120
- FSM %
- 11.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-03-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 237 | 120 | 120 | 240 | 11.80 |
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