The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 88% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 54.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
54.3
10.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
56%
14.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
90%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.12
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
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 133 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
20% 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, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 81 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 837
- Capacity
- 88%
- FSM
- 43.4%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Southwark
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Ms Jo Young (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Homestall Road, London, SE22 0NR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHarris Boys' Academy East Dulwich
Secondary · 716m away
Chelwood Nursery School
Nursery · 866m away
Fairlawn Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Goodrich Community Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Beecroft Garden Primary
Primary · 1.3km away
Heber Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Stillness Infant School
Primary · 1.4km away
Stillness Junior School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich a selective school?
No. Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich's Ofsted rating?
Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich?
Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich currently has 837 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich take?
Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich?
Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich is in London, SE22 0NR, in the Southwark local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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