Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
URN: 140936 • Bromley BR2 0HG
Overview
- Name
- Harris Primary Academy Shortlands
- URN
- 140936
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jordan Hollis (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 02037724598
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kingswood Road, Bromley BR2 0HG
Summary
Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is a mixed free school located in Bromley, catering to 391 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school emphasizes the belief that all children can achieve excellence through a quality primary education, which serves as a foundation for lifelong success. The academy fosters a diverse and thriving community, prioritising strong partnerships with parents and carers to enhance the educational experience.
The curriculum at Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity among students. Recent activities include engaging visits from local firefighters, music performances, and workshops with award-winning authors, all aimed at enriching the students' learning experiences. The school also promotes positive mental health and wellbeing through initiatives like the My Happy Mind Parent App, which supports families in aligning with the school's mental health curriculum.
With a commitment to communication, the school has transitioned to using Instagram for updates, ensuring that families stay informed about key events and achievements. Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their best.
The curriculum at Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity among students. Recent activities include engaging visits from local firefighters, music performances, and workshops with award-winning authors, all aimed at enriching the students' learning experiences. The school also promotes positive mental health and wellbeing through initiatives like the My Happy Mind Parent App, which supports families in aligning with the school's mental health curriculum.
With a commitment to communication, the school has transitioned to using Instagram for updates, ensuring that families stay informed about key events and achievements. Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their best.
Useful links
- #ChineseNewYear (sen)
- @hpashortlands (other)
- #AspireBelieveFlourish (other)
- #FirefighterVisit (other)
- #HPASUpdates (other)
- #InstagramOnly (other)
- #NewTermNewGoals (other)
- #StayConnected (other)
- #Y2Learning (other)
- @HPA_Shortlands (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Bromley
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 391
- Boys
- 198
- Girls
- 193
- FSM %
- 16.10
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 391 | 198 | 193 | 420 | 16.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 356 | 175 | 181 | 420 | 14.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 363 | 193 | 170 | 420 | 12.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 363 | 193 | 170 | 420 | 12.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 384 | 222 | 162 | 420 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 339 | 193 | 146 | 420 | 8.30 |
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