Harris Academy at Peckham

Harris Academy at Peckham (also known as the Academy at Peckham, Peckham Academy or Harris Academy, Peckham) is a coeducational academy in Peckham, in the London Borough of Southwark. Catering for pupils from the ages of 11 to 18, the school specialises in the curriculum areas of Business and Enterprise, ICT, and the Performing Arts.

Harris Academy Peckham
Address
112 Peckham Road

Peckham
,
London
,
SE15 5DZ

England
Coordinates51°28′22″N 0°04′27″W
Information
TypeAcademy
MottoPer aspera ad astra
("To the stars through difficulty")
Established2003
Local authorityLondon Borough of Southwark
SpecialistBusiness & Enterprise, ICT, Performing Arts
Department for Education URN134225 Tables
OfstedReports
HeadmasterMr Rob Hunter
GenderCoeducational
Age11 to 18
Houses  Ruby
  Jade
  Amber
  Sapphire
  Turquoise
  Emerald
  Academy College
Colour(s)Black & Grey    
Websitehttp://www.harrispeckham.org.uk

The school was formerly named Warwick Park, but unsatisfactory test results led to its being given an overhaul and renamed The Academy at Peckham. The buildings were refurbished and the school was given better resources. After this, the school gradually began to improve. In 2007, the school was renamed again, to become The Harris Academy at Peckham following the receipt of funding from Lord Harris of Peckham. This also resulted in a change of the school logo to reflect its place in the Harris Federation.

An Ofsted report on the school, issued in September 2009, claimed that the school was "good" and was "improving rapidly". Catherine Loxton was instated as permanent principal of the school in October 2009. From the Autumn term of 2013 Mr Rob Hunter, coming from Harris Academy Merton, took over the role of principal.

Overview

The school is headed by a Headteacher and a Board of Governors. There are also several assistants to the headteacher, known as 'Vice Principals' and 'Assistant Vice-Principals' respectively. There is also a Head of Year for each year group.

School terms

The school year is split into four terms:

  • Autumn Term, which begins in early September and ends in mid-December. New pupils are admitted at the start of this term.
  • Winter Term, which begins in early January and ends in early April.
  • Spring Term, which begins in late April and ends in late May.
  • Summer Term, which begins in early June and ends in late July. Year 11 students leave after their GCSE exams mid-way through this term.

The school day

The school day, which includes six 50-minute lesson periods, is structured as follows:

08.00 - 08.30School is open for use
08.30 - 9.20Period 1
9.20 - 10.10Period 2
10.10 -11.20Break
11.20 - 12.10Period 4
12.10 - 13.00Lunch and tutor period
13.00 - 14.00.Period 5
14.00 - 14.50Period 6
14.50 - 17.00Extra-curricular activities

The Academy is open for students throughout the day from 8.00 until 17.00, and during these times the school library and ICT suites remain open for use.

Curriculum

The school offers a range of subjects. The compulsory subjects are as follows:

Years 7-9Years 10-11
EnglishEnglish
MathsMaths
SciencesSciences
CitizenshipOptional
P.EP.E
GeographyOptional
Design Technology/ Food TechnologyOptional
ArtOptional
MusicOptional
HistoryOptional
ICTOptional
Performing ArtsOptional
Modern Foreign LanguagesOptional
Religious StudiesOptional

Students are asked to choose their GCSE subjects at the end of Year 9. They must choose two GCSE courses and one BTEC course. The choices are as follows:

BTECGCSE
Business and EnterpriseHistory
MusicGeography
Hospitality and CateringArt
HairdressingModern Foreign Languages
Performing ArtsICT
Business and EnterpriseDesign Technology
Business and EnterpriseReligious Studies

However, students who excel at their studies are often entered for GCSE exams one to two years early, and are allowed to take extra GCSE courses as an extra-curricular activity.

Music and Drama

The school has an extensive Music and Drama department, with a history of high examination grades (most students receiving Distinction or higher) and acclaimed theatrical performances, including an annual school performance and occasional performances at other venues (including the Royal Opera House). The drama department also has connections with Peckham Shed. There is also an annual musical soiree held and organised by the Music students.

Uniforms

Students of the academy are required to wear a white shirt, a light blue blazer with the school logo, and black trousers or a black skirt. they are also required to wear a tie which color may vary according to the 'house' (Blue, Green, Red Yellow) they are in. They may also wear a back jumper. Members of the student council may wear a student council badge on the lapel of their blazer. Prefects as well are required to a prefect badge on top of their blazer.

Boys

Compulsory

  • School blazer with crest
  • White shirt
  • School tie
  • Black trousers
  • Black formal leather shoes

Girls

Compulsory

  • School blazer with crest
  • White shirt
  • School tie
  • Black skirt/ trousers
  • Black formal leather shoes

Optional

  • School jumper (design to be changed soon)
  • Black/navy blue coat
  • Black woollen hat/beret

Sports

The school has many sports teams, including its own teams for football, basketball, rugby, badminton, and cricket. Many students also belong to local sports teams. The school also has a team of cheerleaders, who perform at the annual Harris Federation Sports Day and at other major sporting events.

Clubs and societies

The Academy has a wide range of clubs and societies, which include:

Special events

The school holds several events throughout the year, including:

  • The Annual School Awards Evening
  • The Annual Summer Fair
  • The Annual Musical Soiree
  • An Annual Theatrical Performance (usually held around Christmas)
  • Several sports tournaments

See also
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