The short version
Average GCSE results. 86% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2021).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 48.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2021
- 42% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
82%
+20.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
18%
+10.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
48.1
4.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
46%
4.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
68%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.20
Band 4Source: 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
85%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 205 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% 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, 22 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 131 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,538
- Capacity
- 86%
- FSM
- 42%
Governance
- Local authority
- Bexley
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Wayne Barnett
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Yarnton Way, Thamesmead, Erith, Kent, DA18 4DW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Business Academy Bexley
All-through · Very close
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Primary · Very close
Parkway Primary School
Primary · 359m away
Northwood Primary School
Primary · 504m away
Willow Bank Primary School
Primary · 630m away
Horizons Academy Bexley
Academy · 720m away
Brighter Futures Specialist College Ltd
Special school · 882m away
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Primary · 933m away
Questions parents ask
What is Harris Garrard Academy's Ofsted rating?
Harris Garrard Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2021. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Garrard Academy?
Harris Garrard Academy currently has 1,538 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Garrard Academy take?
Harris Garrard Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Harris Garrard Academy?
Harris Garrard Academy is in Erith, DA18 4DW, in the Bexley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Garrard Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Garrard Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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