The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
47.3
3.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
49%
7.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
81%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.14
Band 2Source: 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
89%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
79%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
6%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 235 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 115 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,420
- FSM
- 26.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Thurrock
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Ms Jo Rainey
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Erriff Drive, South Ockendon, RM15 5AY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWoodacre School
Special school · Very close
Beacon Hill School
Special school · Very close
Beacon Hill Academy
Academy · Very close
Dilkes Primary School
Primary · 655m away
Dilkes Academy
Primary · 655m away
Bonnygate Primary School
Primary · 676m away
Shaw Primary Academy
Primary · 859m away
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Primary · 919m away
Questions parents ask
What is Harris Academy Ockendon's Ofsted rating?
Harris Academy Ockendon was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Academy Ockendon?
Harris Academy Ockendon currently has 1,420 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Academy Ockendon take?
Harris Academy Ockendon caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Harris Academy Ockendon?
Harris Academy Ockendon is in South Ockendon, RM15 5AY, in the Thurrock local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Academy Ockendon have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Academy Ockendon has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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