Harris Garrard Academy

Dedicated SEND and pastoral teams work with students and families with additional needs.

“Our dedicated SEND and pastoral teams work closely with students and their families to ensure they get the support they need to grow.”

Support includes counselling, Lego therapy, mindfulness activities and resilience workshops, plus a Wellbeing centre

“We also offer counselling, Lego therapy, mindfulness activities and resilience workshops.”

Ofsted 2026 quote on sixth form pupils supported to develop character

“"Sixth form pupils are supported remarkably well to develop their character." Ofsted 2026”

School describes 'first-class pastoral care' ensuring students feel safe, supported and empowered.

“Our first-class pastoral care ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered.”

Students made exceptional progress in English Literature, Sociology, and CTEC Sport

“Students made exceptional progress in English Literature, Sociology, and CTEC Sport , reflecting the high quality of teaching, ambitious curriculum, and the commitment of our students.”

Exceptional student progress noted in English Literature, Sociology, and CTEC Sport

“Students made exceptional progress in English Literature, Sociology, and CTEC Sport , reflecting the high quality of teaching, ambitious curriculum, and the commitment of our students.”

Small class sizes taught by expert teachers

“Small class sizes taught by expert teachers”

Students can pursue the EPQ and Duke of Edinburgh Award, both regarded highly by universities and employers

“In addition, students can pursue the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the Duke of Edinburgh Award , both highly regarded by universities and employers.”

Weekly one-hour Elective Programme with wide range of enrichment activities

“Every student takes part in a weekly one-hour Elective Programme , choosing from a wide range of enrichment activities designed to broaden horizons and build new skills, from public speaking and debating to creative arts, community action and fitness.”

School emphasizes an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued

“fostering an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued”

Primary phase core motto: students should be Ready, Respectful and Safe

“students should be Ready, Respectful and Safe”

Ofsted quote states sixth form students benefit from a broad and ambitious range of courses.

“Students in the sixth form benefit from a broad and ambitious range of courses.”

Sixth form built on three core values of Rigour, Resilience and Respect

“Our Sixth Form is built on three simple, powerful values : Rigour, Resilience and Respect.”

The Governing Body determines admissions arrangements; published admission number (PAN) for Years 12 and 13 is 15 external candidates in addition to internal students

“Our published admission number (PAN) for each year group is: Years 7 to 11 - 180 in each year; Years 12 and 13 – 15 external candidates in additional to internal.”

Prospective families invited to register interest for a personalised tour of the school

“Register your interest for a personalised tour”

93% of 2025 leavers secured a university place, 5% moved into employment, 1% began an apprenticeship, and 0% were NEET

“The majority of our 2025 leavers have progressed to positive destinations 93% secured a place at university , 5% moved directly into employment , and 1% began an apprenticeship , with no students recorded as NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) .”

Students secure places at Russell Group universities, high-level apprenticeships, and competitive careers

“Our students secure places at Russell Group universities , high-level apprenticeships , and competitive careers across London and beyond.”

Ofsted inspection (April 2026) rated Curriculum and Teaching, Early Years, and Personal Development and Wellbeing as 'Exceptional'; Achievement, Attendance and behaviour, Inclusion, and Leadership and Governance as 'Strong'; Post-16 Provision as 'Expected Standard'.

“Curriculum and Teaching – Exceptional - Early Years – Exceptional - Personal Development and Wellbeing – Exceptional - Achievement – Strong - Attendance and behaviour – Strong - Inclusion – Strong - Leadership and Governance – Strong - Post-16 Provision – Expected Standard”

Ofsted 2026 quote praising broad and ambitious range of courses

“"Students in the sixth form benefit from a broad and ambitious range of courses." Ofsted 2026”