Harris Academy Riverside

URN: 144750 • Purfleet RM19 1QY

Overview

Name
Harris Academy Riverside
URN
144750
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
HARRIS FEDERATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
76.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Betts (since 2025)
Telephone
01375802060
Website
Visit
Address
London Road, Purfleet RM19 1QY

Summary

Harris Academy Riverside, located in Purfleet, is a mixed secondary free school that opened in September 2017. With a current enrolment of 1,117 pupils and a capacity of 1,150, the academy has been oversubscribed since its inception. The school prides itself on providing a modern educational environment, housed in a state-of-the-art building, and aims to foster a culture of high expectations and respect among students.

The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum for students from Year 7 to Year 13, focusing on exceptional teaching and pastoral care. The ethos of Harris Academy Riverside centres on developing well-rounded individuals who are not only academically successful but also curious, compassionate, and ready to contribute positively to society. The school actively promotes values of hard work and kindness, ensuring that every student is supported in their educational journey.

Harris Academy Riverside is part of the Harris Federation, which is committed to enhancing educational performance across its schools. The academy's community engagement is evident through various events and initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, staff, and families.

Key details

LA
Thurrock
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HARRIS FEDERATION
Capacity
1150
Pupils
1117
Boys
629
Girls
488
FSM %
28.00
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1117 629 488 1150 28.00
2024-09-11 1078 616 462 1150 27.00
2023-09-11 951 538 413 1150 23.20
2022-09-11 951 538 413 1150 23.20
2021-09-11 768 433 335 1150 20.30
2020-09-11 534 297 237 1150 18.40

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