Harbinger Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cahir Street London E14 3QP |
| Phone | 02079871924 |
| Reference Number | 100904 |
Harbinger Primary School has shown considerable improvement since its previous inspection, moving from a Requires Improvement grade to a Good overall rating. The school has cultivated a welcoming atmosphere where pupils feel valued and engaged, demonstrating high levels of enthusiasm for learning. Communication between staff and pupils is effective, fostering a strong sense of community and high expectations for all, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The early years provision stands out as exceptional, ensuring that children develop critical skills without barriers to their achievements.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 291 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.83%
Girls: 50.17% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 45.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 54% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 14 | 27 |
| 2 | 17 | 24 | 41 |
| 3 | 20 | 19 | 39 |
| 4 | 18 | 17 | 35 |
| 5 | 22 | 18 | 40 |
| 6 | 16 | 15 | 31 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 6.9% |
| African | 6.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.8% |
| White, Other | 2.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% |
| Asian, Other | 1.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 23 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2019 | School inspection: |
| 12 Apr 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 15 Jan 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong curriculum designed to build knowledge over time
- High levels of motivation and engagement among early years children
- Effective support for pupils with SEND to access the curriculum
- Positive behaviour management and high expectations for all pupils
- Robust attendance procedures that promote regular school attendance
- Strong relationships with parents and the local community
Areas for Improvement
- Occasionally, teaching does not consistently check pupils’ understanding
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 63% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 3% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.1 | ||
| Writing | -1 | ||
| Maths | -2 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
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