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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is a free s primary school in Bromley , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 391 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

391

Pupils

420

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Harris Primary Academy Shortlands Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is set by Bromley and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bromley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands — School Information

Full address
Kingswood Road, Bromley, BR2 0HG
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140936

Other Primary Schools in Bromley

If Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bromley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Harris Primary Academy Shortlands

Is Harris Primary Academy Shortlands oversubscribed?

Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Harris Primary Academy Shortlands?

Admission to Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is managed by Bromley. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Harris Primary Academy Shortlands cover?

Harris Primary Academy Shortlands is a primary school in Bromley, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Harris Primary Academy Shortlands?

Harris Primary Academy Shortlands was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.