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The Harefield Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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The Harefield Academy
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- Hillingdon UB9 6ET
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Teachers use assessment well to help pupils make progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils work hard and behave sensibly with minimal disruption to learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers access training and subject-specific support through a local teaching school alliance.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers have high aspirations for their pupils and focus on improving understanding of subject content.
Strengths and Challenges: In science, teaching is less well developed compared to other subjects.
Communication: Leaders share relevant information with parents and carers.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can share views via Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can give their opinion on Ofsted Parent View or complain to Ofsted if needed.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are vigilant about monitoring changes in behavior and act quickly on concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have improved curriculum quality and plan to enhance music and design & technology.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils trust teachers and report bullying immediately.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn about safety topics like consent and online safety through PSHE.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy trips and extracurricular activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Year 7 pupils look forward to visiting London Zoo.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth-form students can develop leadership skills as head students or mental health ambassadors.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Year 11 pupils attended a sixth-form transition day.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND follow the same curriculum with extra resources when needed.
Subjects Offered: Music and design & technology are underdeveloped but will be improved.
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About Us
The Harefield Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 283 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 19% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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You can see from our vision and goals that we have unrelenting ambition for our students. We require that faculty and students share the highest standards of expectation and aspiration, and that we provide the ideal learning environment for such objectives to be realised. As a small school, we are able to provide a high level of pastoral care to our children, and they frequently express their satisfaction with how well staff members know them. The Academy's distinctive setting and array of activities provide the ideal foundation for success. Visitors from prospective students and employees are always welcome. The significant majority of guests who participated in our most recent Open Evening responded to our survey afterward, saying they were more likely to send their child to The Harefield Academy after meeting our students and learning more about us. If you would like to come and view what we have to offer, we always welcome bespoke visits. We hope you enjoy browsing our website in the meanwhile.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | - | 14.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 19% | 98% | 58% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | 27.10% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.74 | 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 | 34.8 | 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 | 19% | 38.63% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 53.38% | 43.07% |
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% | 28.75% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 12.91% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 18.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.86 | 3.43 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 88% | 93.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 58 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 90.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 23.19% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 47.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.15% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.46% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.23% | 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 | -1.14 | 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 | 36.1 | 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 | 25% | 42.5% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 57.28% | 45.33% |
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% | 27.44% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 14.09% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 18.97% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.01 | 3.43 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 88% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 88 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 87.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 24.85% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 49.65% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 1.77% | 2.13% |
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 | -0.62 | 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 | 43.5 | 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 | 44% 13 | 31.71% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 9 | 48.68% | 43.41% |
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 | 61% | 27.74% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 11.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 6 | 16.65% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4 | 3.24 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 90% | 81.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 135 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 77.13% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 21.13% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 45.04% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.79% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.13% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.21% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.04% | 2.75% |
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 | -0.67 | 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 | 39.6 | 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 | 31% 1 | 31.19% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 5 | 45.45% | 42.62% |
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 | 70% | 27.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 7 | 11.03% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 1 | 16.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 3.04 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 90% | 85.77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 76.95% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 22.59% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 51.41% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 1.59% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.05% | 2.05% |
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 | -0.85 | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 30% | 28.53% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 42.43% | 43.07% |
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 | 65% | 27.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 14.47% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 16.63% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 91% | 85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 136 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 60.81% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 19.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 51.48% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.81% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 16% | 4.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.1% | 2.45% |
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 | 16.73 | 25.47 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 16 | 25.42 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 10.31% | 13.67% |
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 | 24 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 63.82% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 4.95% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 10.91% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 7.77% | 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 | 18.82 | 29.76 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 18.79 | 28.12 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 13.91% | 17.7% |
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 | 27 | 198 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 63.77% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 4.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 9.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.91% | 10.69% |
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 | 31.15 4 | 23.89 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.67 2 | 24.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.3% | 9.16% | 13.07% |
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 | 80 | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 31% | 61.2% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.2% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 14.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 7.3% | 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 | 27.40 1 | 25.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.16 7 | 23.73 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.3% | 8.61% | 13.37% |
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 | 19 | 23.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.2% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 12.85% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.2% | 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 | 26.1 | 24.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.32 | 26.72 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.5% | 8.63% | 12.64% |
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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 23 | 22.11% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.32% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 13.21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 4.16% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Harefield Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1