Harris Girls Academy Bromley
URN: 137379 • Beckenham BR3 1QR
Overview
- Name
- Harris Girls Academy Bromley
- URN
- 137379
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Astin (since 2020) , Principal
- Previous head
- Samuel Rigby, Principal
- Telephone
- 02087785917
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lennard Road, Beckenham BR3 1QR
Summary
Harris Girls Academy Bromley is an outstanding secondary academy located in Beckenham, catering exclusively to girls in Key Stages 3 and 4, with boys joining in the Sixth Form. The academy has a current enrolment of 1,096 students, with a capacity of 1,250, and serves a diverse community, with 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school prides itself on its modern facilities and a curriculum that balances traditional subjects with innovative offerings, including Latin, Mandarin, and various arts and sciences.
The academy's ethos is centred around fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to explore a wide range of subjects. The leadership, under Head of Academy Steve Sherwin, emphasizes the importance of hard work and determination, which is reflected in the school's high academic achievements. Recent results have placed Harris Girls Academy among the top-performing schools in the borough and the country.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy, with various events such as open evenings and educational trips that enhance the student experience. The school actively promotes a culture of enthusiasm and kindness, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also develop as well-rounded individuals. For more information, visit their website at http://www.harrisbromley.org.uk.
The academy's ethos is centred around fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to explore a wide range of subjects. The leadership, under Head of Academy Steve Sherwin, emphasizes the importance of hard work and determination, which is reflected in the school's high academic achievements. Recent results have placed Harris Girls Academy among the top-performing schools in the borough and the country.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the academy, with various events such as open evenings and educational trips that enhance the student experience. The school actively promotes a culture of enthusiasm and kindness, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also develop as well-rounded individuals. For more information, visit their website at http://www.harrisbromley.org.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harris Academy Beckenham (73.6)
- Langley Park School for Boys (67.1)
- Langley Park School for Girls (64.3)
- Orion Eden Park (54.0)
- Cator Park School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bromley
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1096
- Boys
- 8
- Girls
- 1088
- FSM %
- 27.00
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1096 | 8 | 1088 | 1250 | 27.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1082 | 3 | 1079 | 1250 | 26.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1027 | 10 | 1017 | 1250 | 24.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1027 | 10 | 1017 | 1320 | 24.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1020 | 8 | 1012 | 1320 | 22.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 978 | 6 | 972 | 1320 | 19.00 |
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