Harris Academy Rainham
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Lambs Lane South Rainham Essex RM13 9XD |
| Phone | 01708552811 |
| Reference Number | 143428 |
Harris Academy Rainham has successfully maintained the standards established in its previous inspections, demonstrating effective leadership and a commitment to improving student outcomes. The school fosters high expectations among its students, encouraging them to aspire to academic success, particularly evident in their engagement with the English Baccalaureate pathway. A strong personal development curriculum prepares students for modern life, promoting confidence and respect for diversity while ensuring they are well-equipped for future educational and employment opportunities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 901 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.16%
Girls: 44.84% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 23.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 29.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 97 | 86 | 183 |
| 8 | 104 | 74 | 178 |
| 9 | 104 | 78 | 182 |
| 10 | 96 | 84 | 180 |
| 11 | 96 | 82 | 178 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 44.3% |
| White, Other | 11.2% |
| African | 10.7% |
| Indian | 4.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.9% |
| Caribbean | 1.8% |
| Unclassified | 1.7% |
| Asian, Other | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 15 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Sep 2016 | Academy conversion letter |
Strengths
- High expectations set for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Strong support for pupils' personal development and well-being.
- Ambitious curriculum that effectively builds knowledge over time.
- Successful implementation of a clear and consistent behaviour policy.
- Inclusive culture promoting respect and celebration of differences.
- Extensive opportunities for students to develop talents in sports, music, and drama.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent support for some pupils with SEND to achieve their potential.
- Teaching does not always use suitable assessment strategies to identify and address misconceptions.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 50.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 50.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 65.3% |
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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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 51 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 39 | 6 |
| From another Local Authority | 52 | 1 |
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Brady Primary School
Wennington Road, Rainham, Essex, RM13 9XA |
0.1 miles |
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1.45 miles |
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