Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace

URN: 139966 • London SE20 8RH

Overview

Name
Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace
URN
139966
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HARRIS FEDERATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Bowern (since 2025)
Telephone
02087784742
Website
Visit
Address
Malcolm Road, London SE20 8RH

Summary

Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace is a mixed primary academy located in Penge, Bromley, serving 378 pupils with a capacity of 389. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality, inclusive education for children from nursery through to Year 6. The ethos of the academy emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment where all students can thrive, feel valued, and develop resilience and respect for one another.

The curriculum at Harris Primary Academy is designed to engage students in a variety of learning experiences, including art, history, and science. Recent activities have included trips to cultural institutions such as the Tate Modern and the National Portrait Gallery, as well as workshops that promote creativity and critical thinking. The school actively celebrates diversity and fosters a sense of community, encouraging students to appreciate different backgrounds and perspectives.

Harris Primary Academy is committed to being an integral part of the local community, with initiatives that involve families and local organisations. The school regularly hosts events and exhibitions to showcase students' work and achievements, reinforcing its dedication to holistic education and community engagement.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HARRIS FEDERATION
Capacity
389
Pupils
378
Boys
198
Girls
180
FSM %
35.70
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 378 198 180 389 35.70
2024-09-11 382 185 197 389 32.30
2023-09-11 409 193 216 389 32.80
2022-09-11 409 193 216 450 32.80
2021-09-11 414 198 216 442 28.50
2020-09-11 428 212 216 442 21.50

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