Harwich and Dovercourt High School

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, located in Harwich, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,091 students and a capacity of 1,300. As part of the Sigma Trust, the school is committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed in their educational journey. The school promotes a collaborative ethos, emphasising the importance of working, reading, and learning together.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for their future pathways, fostering a sense of belonging and personal development. The Preparedness agenda outlines expectations for student behaviour and engagement, encouraging them to be prepared to achieve, belong, connect, and develop. The Attitude to Learning (AtL) framework is used to assess student engagement and is reported on five times a year, aiming for an average score of 2.8.

Harwich and Dovercourt High School values community involvement and communication with parents. The school provides various resources and support systems to help students thrive academically and socially, ensuring that no child is left behind. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.hdhs.org.uk.