Stack Lane, Hartley, Longfield, Kent DA3 8BL
10 simple reasons to choose Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School
State primary school (academy converter) in Hartley, Longfield.
For pupils aged 4 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Roman Catholic faith school.
Non-selective intake.
Small school with an average of one class per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School
Schoolsmith Score®; 69.
One of the best state primary schools in Longfield and one of the 3 best independent or state primaries within 5 miles. Every year places in Reception are oversubscribed (first preference).
On average, 31.3 pupils per class and 26.9 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 11% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years.
The school's foundation subjects are taught as integrated topics using a 'Mantle of the Expert' inquiry technique. The curriculum emphasises Catholic social morality.
School has achieved above average scores for pupil progress over the last 4 years.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There are a small number of academic clubs.
School offers over 10 different sports. Representative teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir. There are also some visual and performing arts clubs.
Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2013.
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State Primary Schools
Manor Community Primary School (4.9 miles); Cobham Primary School (5.8 miles); The Gateway Primary Academy (5.9 miles).
Independent Senior Schools
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State Senior Schools
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