The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- The school is at capacity (102% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.9
6.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
55%
13.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
62%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.07
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
88%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
82%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 177 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 17 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 106 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,172
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 30.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Greenwich
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Jack Docherty (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Middle Park Avenue, Eltham, London, SE9 5EQ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmKing's Oak School
Special school · Very close
Eltham Hill School
Secondary · 444m away
StreetVibes Media Academy
Independent · 697m away
Serenity School Eltham
Independent · 1.2km away
Eltham Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Colfe's School
Independent · 1.2km away
Horn Park Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Riverston School
Independent · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Harris Academy Greenwich a selective school?
No. Harris Academy Greenwich is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Harris Academy Greenwich's Ofsted rating?
Harris Academy Greenwich was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Academy Greenwich?
Harris Academy Greenwich currently has 1,172 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Academy Greenwich take?
Harris Academy Greenwich caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Harris Academy Greenwich?
Harris Academy Greenwich is in London, SE9 5EQ, in the Greenwich local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Academy Greenwich have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Academy Greenwich has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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