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Harris Academy South Norwood - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Harris Academy South Norwood
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Harris Academy South Norwood
- Secondary
- Croydon SE25 6AE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are ambitious and achieve well due to a well-sequenced curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful and enjoy learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use careful questioning to address misconceptions.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teachers use assessment effectively; some need improvement.
Communication: School communicates pupils' progress and events clearly.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate the school's efforts and improvement measures.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can provide feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders swiftly address bullying and ensure pupil safety.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders invested in resources like design and technology post-COVID-19.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is taken seriously; staff act swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Clear routines established for safeguarding concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs including cookery, tai chi, and coding.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils encouraged to participate in a broad range.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive guidance for university applications and alternative pathways.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students are exemplary role models and well-prepared for next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Clear routines to identify and support SEND; thoughtful planning for reading support.
Subjects Offered: Sixth-form students have access to a broad range of subjects.
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About Us
Harris Academy South Norwood is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1269 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 35% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For your child, our school offers the most interesting and bright future.
Every one of our students seizes the chance to live happy, purposeful lives.
The students are aware that they have a "moral duty" to pursue all of their interests and to make the most of every second of every day.
Nothing exists, in my opinion, without effort and without a flexible, creative approach to learning.
All of our pupils must benefit from the development of the best teaching practises and a culture of high expectations.
Our academy serves both boys and girls in grades 11 through 19.
Both websites offer the most cutting-edge tools and resources to educate and motivate pupils.
All of our kids gain leadership skills and develop into polite, aspirational young adults.
As they develop into well-rounded young adults, students seize the fantastic opportunity to boost their confidence.
Every single student should achieve their goals and lead happy, prosperous, and successful adult life.
Being the Executive Principal at Harris South Norwood is an honour, and I am looking forward to formally welcoming you to the Academy.
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Every one of our students seizes the chance to live happy, purposeful lives.
The students are aware that they have a "moral duty" to pursue all of their interests and to make the most of every second of every day.
Nothing exists, in my opinion, without effort and without a flexible, creative approach to learning.
All of our pupils must benefit from the development of the best teaching practises and a culture of high expectations.
Our academy serves both boys and girls in grades 11 through 19.
Both websites offer the most cutting-edge tools and resources to educate and motivate pupils.
All of our kids gain leadership skills and develop into polite, aspirational young adults.
As they develop into well-rounded young adults, students seize the fantastic opportunity to boost their confidence.
Every single student should achieve their goals and lead happy, prosperous, and successful adult life.
Being the Executive Principal at Harris South Norwood is an honour, and I am looking forward to formally welcoming you to the Academy.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | 15.1 | 14.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 35% | 48% | 28% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 3.80% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 44.4 | 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% | 29.26% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 40.69% | 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 | 46% | 30.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 11.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 17.31% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.94 | 2.81 | 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 | 94% | 93.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 376 | 149 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 90.71% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 33.17% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 41.58% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 6.08% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.79% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.92% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 47.1 | 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 | 40% | 30.56% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 42.41% | 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 | 52% | 28.46% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 11.39% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 16.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.32 | 2.83 | 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 | 95% | 89.38% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 332 | 142 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 87.92% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 33.92% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 39.83% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 6.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.25% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.71% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.88% | 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 | - | 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 | 43.7 | 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 | 38% 9 | 25.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 9 | 38.58% | 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 | 75% | 27.03% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 7 | 7.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 2 | 12.94% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.12 | 2.59 | 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 | 97% | 94.4% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 183 | 143 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 92% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 27.75% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 41.9% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 11.5% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.75% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.95% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.65% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 47.2 | 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 | 47% 3 | 27.75% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 39.42% | 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 | 54% | 26.97% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% 10 | 9.69% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 7 | 13.58% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.62 | 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 | 97% | 85.2% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 180 | 151 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 81.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 15.6% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 43.3% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 10.35% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.6% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.05% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.85% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 48.4 | 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% | 26.15% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 37.53% | 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% | 26.88% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 13.24% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 14.62% | 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 | 96% | 93.84% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 145 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 48.58% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 17.84% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 42.58% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.32% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.05% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.26% | 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 | 26.17 | 29.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.38 | 29.03 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.80% | 12.31% | 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 | 225 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 69.41% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.59% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.18% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 9% | 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 | 33.37 | 33.27 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.57 | 31.46 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.5% | 17.48% | 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 | 232 | 254 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 70.25% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 1.81% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 8.88% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 11.44% | 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 | 28.54 | 30.29 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.42 | 29.73 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 14.08% | 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 | - | 195 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 60.08% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.54% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.23% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.31% | 8.8% |
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.
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Holidays & terms
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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Harris Academy South Norwood
Local authority ratio 19 : 1