Harris Primary Academy Benson
URN: 139905 • Croydon CR0 8RQ
Overview
- Name
- Harris Primary Academy Benson
- URN
- 139905
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 59.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Searle (since 2025) , Head of Academy
- Telephone
- 02087771572
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Way, Croydon CR0 8RQ
Summary
Harris Primary Academy Benson is a mixed primary academy located in Croydon, established in 2013. With a current enrolment of 238 pupils and a capacity of 420, the school aims to create a nurturing environment where children feel happy and safe. The academy's ethos focuses on fostering a love of learning, encouraging students to thrive academically, physically, emotionally, and socially.
The curriculum at Harris Primary Academy is designed to be engaging and enriching, providing a wide range of challenging learning opportunities. Core subjects such as reading, writing, and maths are prioritized, ensuring that all pupils develop essential skills while also enjoying creativity and fun throughout their school day. The dedicated teaching staff and support team work collaboratively to empower students to become confident and imaginative learners.
As part of the Harris Federation, which includes over 50 academies across London, the school benefits from a strong community network that promotes shared learning and support. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and are invited to reach out for more information about the educational offerings at Harris Primary Academy Benson.
The curriculum at Harris Primary Academy is designed to be engaging and enriching, providing a wide range of challenging learning opportunities. Core subjects such as reading, writing, and maths are prioritized, ensuring that all pupils develop essential skills while also enjoying creativity and fun throughout their school day. The dedicated teaching staff and support team work collaboratively to empower students to become confident and imaginative learners.
As part of the Harris Federation, which includes over 50 academies across London, the school benefits from a strong community network that promotes shared learning and support. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and are invited to reach out for more information about the educational offerings at Harris Primary Academy Benson.
Useful links
- Harris Federation (other)
- Harris Careers (other)
- Harris Sixth Form (other)
- Harris Teaching School (other)
- Harris Academy Beckenham (other)
- Harris Academy Falconwood (other)
- Harris Garrard Academy (other)
- Harris Lowe Academy Willesden (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Harris Primary Academy South Kenton (other)
Nearby alternatives
- West Thornton Primary Academy (75.7)
- St John's CofE Primary School (75.0)
- Park Hill Infant School (71.4)
- Park Hill Junior School (70.9)
- Fairchildes Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 238
- Boys
- 123
- Girls
- 115
- FSM %
- 30.20
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 238 | 123 | 115 | 420 | 30.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 199 | 108 | 91 | 420 | 31.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 224 | 116 | 108 | 210 | 31.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 224 | 116 | 108 | 240 | 31.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 264 | 136 | 128 | 270 | 31.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 292 | 153 | 139 | 472 | 25.00 |
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