Thomas Harding Junior School
URN: 145069 • Chesham HP5 1LR
Overview
- Name
- Thomas Harding Junior School
- URN
- 145069
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OXFORD DIOCESAN BUCKS SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samantha Ruddell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01494782211
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thomas Harding Junior School, Fullers Hill, Chesham HP5 1LR
Summary
Thomas Harding Junior School is a mixed academy converter located in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 229 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive community where every child is valued and supported. The leadership team is committed to creating a nurturing environment that encourages students to thrive academically and personally.
The school follows a growth mindset approach, underpinned by its ASPIRE values: Aspiration, Success, Pride, Integrity, Resilience, and Equality. The curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, enabling pupils to excel while also focusing on character development, including good manners and collaboration. Staff maintain high expectations and provide a holistic education that emphasizes both academic progress and personal growth.
Thomas Harding Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that children enjoy their learning experiences and feel happy at school. The committed staff work collaboratively to support each child's potential, fostering independence and resilience as they navigate their educational journey.
The school follows a growth mindset approach, underpinned by its ASPIRE values: Aspiration, Success, Pride, Integrity, Resilience, and Equality. The curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, enabling pupils to excel while also focusing on character development, including good manners and collaboration. Staff maintain high expectations and provide a holistic education that emphasizes both academic progress and personal growth.
Thomas Harding Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that children enjoy their learning experiences and feel happy at school. The committed staff work collaboratively to support each child's potential, fostering independence and resilience as they navigate their educational journey.
Useful links
- David Hood- Chair of Governors (governance)
- Jane Savory- Parent Governor (governance)
- Lucy Hinson- Skills Governor (governance)
- Lucy Hinson- Skills Governor (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Stephanie Kuschel- Staff Governor (governance)
- Sumaira Naqvi- Staff Governor (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Viraj Rajadhyaksha- Skills Governor (governance)
- SEND (sen)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OXFORD DIOCESAN BUCKS SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 229
- Boys
- 119
- Girls
- 110
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- 2017-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 229 | 119 | 110 | 240 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 227 | 122 | 105 | 240 | 23.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 226 | 105 | 121 | 240 | 23.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 226 | 105 | 121 | 240 | 23.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 239 | 113 | 126 | 240 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 239 | 118 | 121 | 240 | 11.70 |
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