The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 88% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 58.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
58.3
14.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
68%
25.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
89%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.15
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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 178 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
18% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 75 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,096
- Capacity
- 88%
- FSM
- 27%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bromley
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Steven Sherwin (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
November 2017 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
May 2015 | Monitoring Visit
Curriculum and development visit
January 2014 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
November 2013 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Full inspection: Satisfactory
November 2011 | Full Inspection
Location
Lennard Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1QR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAlexandra Infant School
Primary · 476m away
Alexandra Junior School
Primary · 629m away
Harris Primary Academy Kent House
Primary · 670m away
Woodbrook School
Special school · 785m away
St John's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 975m away
Kings London
Independent · 1.0km away
Worsley Bridge Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Woodside Park School
Independent · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Harris Girls Academy Bromley a selective school?
No. Harris Girls Academy Bromley is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Harris Girls Academy Bromley's Ofsted rating?
Harris Girls Academy Bromley was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Girls Academy Bromley?
Harris Girls Academy Bromley currently has 1,096 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Girls Academy Bromley take?
Harris Girls Academy Bromley caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Harris Girls Academy Bromley?
Harris Girls Academy Bromley is in Beckenham, BR3 1QR, in the Bromley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Girls Academy Bromley have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Girls Academy Bromley has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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