Three Havering Schools Earn Praised Ofsted Reports
Inspectors found strong performance in attendance, behaviour, and inclusion across Scargill Infant, Harrow Lodge Primary, and Harold Court Primary.
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Three primary schools within the London Borough of Havering have been recognised with favourable Ofsted reports published in late September and October 2026. Scargill Infant School in Rainham, Harrow Lodge Primary School in Hornchurch, and Harold Court Primary School in Harold Wood were all subject to recent inspections, with their findings highlighting strengths in various educational and operational areas.
Scargill Infant School
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Scargill Infant School, located on Mungo Park Road in Rainham, underwent an inspection in July, with the report published on September 21, 2026. Inspectors assessed the school as having a 'strong' standard for attendance and behaviour, and for its early years provision and inclusion practices. The school also met the 'expected' standard in achievement, curriculum and teaching, leadership and governance, and personal development and wellbeing.
Ofsted noted that school leaders had established a "successful culture of high attendance", with pupil attendance rates significantly exceeding the national average. The report described pupils' conduct as "exemplary" and stated that "pupils happily play and learn in this nurturing and caring school."
Executive head of school Michael Tracey stated that the report belonged to the "whole school community" and thanked staff, pupils, parents, and carers for their contributions and support.
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Harrow Lodge Primary School
Harrow Lodge Primary School, situated on Rainsford Way in Hornchurch, was inspected in September, with its report published on October 16, 2026. The school achieved a 'strong' standard verdict across six categories: attendance and behaviour, curriculum and teaching, early years, inclusion, leadership and governance, and personal development and wellbeing. Achievement was rated at the 'expected' standard.
According to the report, "Pupils are happy and proud to belong to Harrow Lodge Primary. They learn in a caring and highly inclusive community and are known extremely well by staff." The inspection highlighted improvements in attendance, with a substantial reduction in persistently absent pupils, and noted that disadvantaged pupils had made the most significant progress.
Headteacher Lynette Searle expressed delight that the inspection recognised the "high quality of education" provided and reflected "so much of what makes our school such a special place."
Harold Court Primary School
Harold Court Primary School, located on Church Road in Harold Wood, was inspected in September, with its findings published on October 19, 2026. The school met the 'expected' standard in all six assessed areas. Inspectors commended the school's inclusive approach, noting that "Pupils feel safe at Harold Court Primary School and know who to speak to if they are worried."
The report also stated, "Pupils enjoy learning. They are able to discuss what they have learned with enthusiasm." Headteacher Lynn Hogan-O'Neill said the school was "incredibly proud" and that the report acknowledged the "positive difference Harold Court makes to children's lives, while also helping us identify how we can continue to improve."
Questions this report answers
+When were the Ofsted reports for these Havering schools published?
The Ofsted report for Scargill Infant School was published on September 21, 2026. Harrow Lodge Primary School's report was published on October 16, 2026, and Harold Court Primary School's report was published on October 19, 2026.
+What were the main strengths highlighted in the Ofsted reports?
Scargill Infant School was praised for strong attendance and behaviour. Harrow Lodge Primary School received strong ratings in six categories including attendance, behaviour, and inclusion. Harold Court Primary School met expected standards in all six areas, with inspectors noting its inclusive approach and pupils' enjoyment of learning.
+Which schools received the highest ratings from Ofsted?
Harrow Lodge Primary School received a 'strong' standard rating in six of the six categories inspected. Scargill Infant School was also rated 'strong' in two categories, attendance and behaviour, and early years and inclusion, with 'expected' in the remaining four.
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