William Harding School
URN: 110358 • Aylesbury HP21 9TJ
Overview
- Name
- William Harding School
- URN
- 110358
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Trudy Cotchin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01296421733
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hazlehurst Drive, Aylesbury HP21 9TJ
Summary
William Harding School is a mixed community primary school located in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 808 pupils and a capacity of 870. The school is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, where strong relationships between staff and students are prioritized. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto: "Aim high... Work hard... Be kind," which reflects its focus on high expectations, hard work, and kindness.
The curriculum at William Harding School is designed to inspire a love of learning, combining academic subjects with enrichment and pastoral support to prepare students for future success. The school prides itself on achieving results that exceed national averages in key areas such as Reading, Writing, and Maths. Additionally, a significant portion of Year 6 pupils transition to Grammar schools, highlighting the school's academic rigor.
Support for students is a key feature, with dedicated staff ensuring a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and confident. The school values—Inclusion, Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance, Honesty, and Collaboration—are integrated into daily activities, promoting a caring atmosphere and encouraging pupils to take an active role in their school community.
The curriculum at William Harding School is designed to inspire a love of learning, combining academic subjects with enrichment and pastoral support to prepare students for future success. The school prides itself on achieving results that exceed national averages in key areas such as Reading, Writing, and Maths. Additionally, a significant portion of Year 6 pupils transition to Grammar schools, highlighting the school's academic rigor.
Support for students is a key feature, with dedicated staff ensuring a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and confident. The school values—Inclusion, Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance, Honesty, and Collaboration—are integrated into daily activities, promoting a caring atmosphere and encouraging pupils to take an active role in their school community.
Useful links
- here (other)
- Schools Financial Benchmarking (other)
- Learn more (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bedgrove Infant School (76.6)
- St Louis Catholic Primary School (76.0)
- Turnfurlong Junior School (72.6)
- Great Kimble Church of England School (70.1)
- St Mary's Church of England School (67.1)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 870
- Pupils
- 808
- Boys
- 415
- Girls
- 393
- FSM %
- 17.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 808 | 415 | 393 | 870 | 17.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 814 | 437 | 377 | 870 | 19.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 772 | 413 | 359 | 870 | 20.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 772 | 413 | 359 | 870 | 20.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 770 | 415 | 355 | 870 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 752 | 407 | 345 | 780 | 13.80 |
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