Harris Academy Battersea
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 401 Battersea Park Road London SW11 5AP |
| Phone | 02076220026 |
| Reference Number | 140985 |
Harris Academy Battersea is performing exceptionally well, having been judged as outstanding once again in the recent inspection. Leaders have established a highly ambitious curriculum and provide extensive support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school fosters a positive learning environment where pupils are engaged, articulate, and exhibit strong behaviours. Additionally, the commitment to personal development and a wide range of enrichment activities empowers students to have high aspirations.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 895 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.19%
Girls: 45.81% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 56.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 46% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 70 | 65 | 135 |
| 8 | 68 | 74 | 142 |
| 9 | 93 | 62 | 155 |
| 10 | 89 | 66 | 155 |
| 11 | 87 | 67 | 154 |
| 12 | 46 | 43 | 89 |
| 13 | 32 | 33 | 65 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 34.5% |
| Unclassified | 9.3% |
| White, British | 7.5% |
| White, Other | 6.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 6.4% |
| Caribbean | 5.4% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% |
| Asian, Other | 5.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 1% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 03 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Oct 2023 | School inspection |
| 31 Jan 2018 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- High-quality education with strong support for SEND pupils
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes and high aspirations
- Teachers present information clearly and adapt lessons effectively
- Comprehensive personal development programme tailored to pupils' needs
- Strong links with external agencies for personalized support
- High-quality careers advice and guidance
- Effective safeguarding arrangements
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 60 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 64 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 73 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 53 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 73 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 57 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 7 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 51 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 31 | 27 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 45 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 73 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 57 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 73 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 42 | 23 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 73 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 54 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 73 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 52 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 73 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 47 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 73 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 69 | 4 |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 49.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 55.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 65.8% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 36.06 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 36.06 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 21.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 66 | 20 |
| Third Preference | 72 | 19 |
| From another Local Authority | 99 | 39 |
Previous Years
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0.12 miles |
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0.34 miles |
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0.39 miles |
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea
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0.42 miles |
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0.55 miles |
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1.25 miles |
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