Harris Garrard Academy
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#5 in Best Secondary Schools in Bexley

Harris Garrard Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

Harris Garrard Academy
Harris Garrard Academy
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
Sixth-form provision Good
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Academic Progress: Pupils in all year groups follow an ambitious curriculum that builds over time.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The majority of pupils behave well in lessons and around the school.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders support staff to address behaviour and learning issues promptly.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are supported to develop their subject knowledge often working with subject consultants from the Harris Federation.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers present new content clearly, helping pupils to remember key learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Almost all teachers in the sixth form are subject specialists, and support is provided to address knowledge gaps.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can share views through Ofsted Parent View and give feedback about their child's school.
Communication with Parents: School uses platforms like Ofsted Parent View for communication with parents.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address conflicts and concerns quickly and have high expectations for pupil outcomes.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have identified areas for improvement and have implemented training programs to address them.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with quickly by staff. Pupils feel safe with adults they can talk to.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff teach pupils how to stay safe online and maintain mental health and well-being. Governors ensure safety protocols are followed.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Students take part in activities like the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and various clubs including gardening and football.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils are given opportunities beyond the curriculum which include after-school and lunchtime clubs.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth form students receive one-to-one careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Primary and secondary students are taught about possible careers and meet local employers.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND access the full curriculum with required support, such as breaking down complex tasks.
Subjects Offered: Students in the sixth form choose from a range of academic and vocational qualifications.
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Harris Garrard Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.

It has 1484 students from age 4-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.

At this school, 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

92.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Ofset report Good - -
Age range 4-18 5-16 4-18
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 17.5 3.8 6.4
Proficient Math 103 - -
Proficient Read 103 - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE 34% - -
Grade 5 or above A Level 4.20% - -
Day Fees - - -
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Primary Exam Result

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 103 99 97
Reading 103 100 98

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 60% 61.53% 55.92%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 2% 11.34% 7.4%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -1.8 Below Average
Writing 1.4 Above Average
Maths -0.4 Average

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 104 1 97 96
Reading 102 1 97 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 66% 4 64.5% 60.39%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 5 13.26% 9.69%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -1.6 Below Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths -0.9 Below Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 103 101 94
Reading 103 101 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 70% 69.08% 59.48%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 8% 13.43% 9.14%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -0.9 Below Average
Writing 1.9 Above Average
Maths -0.6 Below Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths - 98 93
Reading - 97 93

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard - 63.65% 56.27%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 11.19% 8.17%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -
Writing -
Maths -
Secondary Exam Result

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.28 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 46.2 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 34% 37.24% 29.96%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 58% 49.48% 42.99%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 80% 32.71% 25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 16% 18.19% 10.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 32% 23.57% 15.47%
EBacc average points score 3.98 3.18 2.82

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 92% 88.18% 90.52%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 142 164 144
Pupils staying in education 86% 84.47% 84.15%
Further education college or other further education provider 24% 17.65% 32.75%
School sixth forms 37% 52.88% 29.73%
Sixth form colleges 24% 9.94% 10.22%
Other education destinations 1% 4.06% 11.48%
Pupils in apprenticeships 2% 1.82% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 1.94% 3.59%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.34 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 46.7 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 35% 44.11% 32.78%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 52% 57% 45.26%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 73% 40.58% 24.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 19% 25.53% 12.99%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 30% 30.95% 17.14%
EBacc average points score 4.01 3.76 2.97

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 92% 94.41% 90.39%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 135 159 140
Pupils staying in education 87% 91.71% 86.27%
Further education college or other further education provider 23% 19.24% 34.03%
School sixth forms 44% 52.35% 30.75%
Sixth form colleges 20% 11% 10.38%
Other education destinations 0% 9.18% 11.13%
Pupils in apprenticeships 0% 1.47% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 1.24% 2.15%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.54 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 47.5 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 34% 13 39.83% 29.24%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 59% 13 55.06% 43.34%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 20% 40.06% 25.76%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 7% 2 21.94% 11.44%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 9% 2 29% 16.45%
EBacc average points score 3.61 3.68 2.88

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment - 94.6% 90.21%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 163 135
Pupils staying in education - 89.6% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider - 19.2% 33.3%
School sixth forms - 55.33% 31.15%
Sixth form colleges - 6.6% 8.45%
Other education destinations - 8.33% 11.19%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 2.93% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment - 2.47% 2.76%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.37 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 48.1 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 47% 44.53% 29.18%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 72% 59.12% 42.58%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 17% 38.59% 24.69%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 5% 21.35% 11.29%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 11% 28.65% 15.97%
EBacc average points score 3.82 3.76 2.84

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment - 89.79% 84.86%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 178 140
Pupils staying in education - 83.71% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider - 16.86% 28.32%
School sixth forms - 57.93% 31.51%
Sixth form colleges - 5.64% 9.07%
Other education destinations - 0% 5.94%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 2.79% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment - 2% 2.06%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score - This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score - Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 42.65% 29.51%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 56% 43.04%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc - 37.53% 25.21%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 26.47% 14.68%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 27.82% 16.23%
EBacc average points score - - -

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment - 96.64% 85.23%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 181 144
Pupils staying in education - 52.21% 58.15%
Further education college or other further education provider - 21.79% 30.56%
School sixth forms - 54.93% 32.11%
Sixth form colleges - 6.14% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 7.36% 5.75%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 4.71% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment - 2.29% 2.46%
A level exam result

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 28.67 23.66 29.99
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 28.75 25.07 29.55
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 4.20% 7.44% 13.64%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 40 137 201
Students staying in education 75% 63.83% 58.59%
Students entering apprenticeships 0% 6.33% 6.08%
Students entering employment 18% 20% 21.14%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 8% 6.83% 9.05%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 29.17 30.78 33.4
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 31 32.04 32.48
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 12.73% 17.69%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 14 138 248
Students staying in education 43% 63.5% 60.66%
Students entering apprenticeships 0% 5.25% 5%
Students entering employment 29% 15.33% 17.72%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 21% 11.08% 10.7%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 33.04 3 28.01 29.38
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 36.11 5 27.34 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) B- - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 6.08% 13.04%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 148 231
Students staying in education - 64.4% 57.28%
Students entering apprenticeships - 7.5% 7.78%
Students entering employment - 17.8% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 6.6% 8.8%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 30.00 26.33 29.02
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 31.48 27.16 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 7.2% 13.34%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 2 3
Students staying in education - 17.33% 31.48%
Students entering apprenticeships - 5.44% 5.54%
Students entering employment - 15.11% 15.8%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 2.33% 4.22%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points - 25.34 26.73
Average grade - - -
Average points (Best 3) - 28.07 27.74
Average Grade (Best 3) - - -
AAB or higher - 6.76% 12.63%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 2 3
Students staying in education - 24.33% 36.22%
Students entering apprenticeships - 7.22% 6.37%
Students entering employment - 18.56% 20.04%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 4.11% 4.23%
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Holidays 2024/25

Holidays Date
Autumn Half Term Holidays 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024
Winter Holidays 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025
Spring Half Term Holidays 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025
Spring Holidays 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025
Summer Half Term Holidays 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025
Summer Holidays 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025

Terms Dates 2024/25

Terms Dates
Autumn Term 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024
Autumn Term-2 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024
Spring Term 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025
Spring Term-2 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025
Summer Term 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Harris Garrard Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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