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04/07/25

This week we had a careers talk delivered by an Oxford Graduate and soon to be Harvard student. Candace O gave great pointers to our students who are looking to study Medicine and/or apply for Oxbridge.#WeAreHarrrisClaphamSixthForm pic.twitter.com/Ewaei3YGMV

04/07/25

Congratulations to all our staff and students on this outstanding recognition!#TesAwards

04/07/25

📚 73% of our academies are rated Outstanding. 🎓 1 in 4 students go to Russell Group universities 👩‍🏫 Over 1,250 new teachers trained each year through the National Institute of Teaching, where Harris is a founding member.

04/07/25

The Harris Federation has been named ‘Trust Team of the Year’ at the TES Schools Awards 2025! 🎉 From transforming lives in disadvantaged communities to sending students to Russell Group universities and even Harvard- this award celebrates our incredible staff and students.

27/06/25

Proud CEO moment! Watching former students thrive in their careers is the ultimate reward. Their success is a testament to the power of education, mentorship, and resilience. Here's to the future leaders who started with us! pic.twitter.com/q6KtRsEiqZ

05/06/25

A massive congratulations to Nadia Khan who competed in the Maths Battle at King’s College, University of London. The Battle involves solving high level maths problems against the clock, and challenging the proofs of other mathematicians. Wow.....#mathsbattle pic.twitter.com/nSBnPP0YN4

21/05/25

My remarkable PA is leaving me after 9 years for a new challenge. Would anyone like to come and work with me - I'm told a high tolerance of whimsy is required.https://t.co/fUpQ6xiXnO

02/05/25

Our Student President Ruweida sharing her Culture Day highlights! pic.twitter.com/1ubpR4vntF

02/05/25

Students thoroughly enjoyed Culture Day last week! pic.twitter.com/yAsFV8ABhE

02/05/25

Courage • Commitment • Confidence pic.twitter.com/fTIRPciie2

29/04/25

I'm delighted to say that Harris Westminster has been nominated as Inclusive School of the Year in the TES awards. I wrote about how important this idea is to us here:https://t.co/T9rpXG1ZVV pic.twitter.com/AqpyDH4Yle

28/03/25

Medicine and Dentistry Society is the newest addition to Student- Led societies. Student leaders Hasna J and Nikolas T are doing an amazing job providing useful tips on how to get into Medicine and Dentristry and creating a space for likeminded students. Keep it up!

28/03/25

Our Vice Principal Mr Lloyd gave an assembly this week titled “Thinking About Your Future” This assembly encouraged students to reflect on the future they envision and the steps needed to fulfil their ideals. pic.twitter.com/JYW3a5qLjM

28/03/25

This week our Heads of House led a series of celebration assemblies. Heads of House celebrated students who had the highest attendance and those who received the highest positive behaviour points. All students praised will also receive a certificate next week! pic.twitter.com/B0mrwAxKVY

28/03/25

In Art Enrichment this week students learnt how to make Origami. Here’s one of our Year 12 students proudly showcasing her finished piece. pic.twitter.com/zllr7SSa3l

28/03/25

Medicine Society is the newest addition to Student- Led societies. Student leaders Hasna J and Nikolas T are doing an amazing job providing useful tips for getting into Medicine and creating a space for likeminded students. Keep it up! pic.twitter.com/TiVQiQOGDC

28/03/25

A Trip to Cambridge by Nicholas T “The trip to Lucy Cavendish College was such an amazing experience. Overall, the trip made me even more excited about my own ambitions and what’s possible in the future.” pic.twitter.com/MjVdDSTRVE

13/03/25

Congratulations to all students who took part in our Arts showcase. The event was organised by two Year 13 students and the drama studio was full. The showcase included drama scripted performances, singing, dancing, piano playing, live art, poetry and spoken word. pic.twitter.com/cqpLj6yX0A

13/03/25

This week our new Medicine and Dentistry society was launched by two of our Year 12 students. Exciting times ahead - watch this space! pic.twitter.com/Z4yiZ5lHvO

13/03/25

Wishing a blessed Ramadan to all observing from our Student President! pic.twitter.com/OQoYm4aPec

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All Academies in our Federation aim to transform the lives of the students they serve by bringing about rapid improvement in examination results, personal development and aspiration.

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Our Values & Ethos

Adult life (if we might paraphrase Peter Pan) is an awfully big adventure, and Sixth Form is a precious period of time in which to get ready for it. Coming from Year 11 as little more than children, students have about 22 months to be ready to set out as young adults. During this time they have to acquire qualifications, plan their next steps, make friends, develop confidence, and, most of all, to learn as much as possible of the world they are heading into. They need to learn subject content that will enable the next stage of study; to learn communication skills, speaking, writing, reading in a variety of registers and settings; to learn how to navigate a world of employment where the possibilities are much more complex and interesting than simply doctor, lawyer, plumber, teacher; to learn how to work both hard and efficiently to make the most of their talents and opportunities; and to take responsibility for themselves and those around them so as to be able to shape their world.

At Harris Clapham Sixth Form, we face adventure with Courage, Commitment and Confidence. 

COURAGE

We step willingly into the unknown, understanding that there will be times of difficulty as well as excitement and joy; we accept responsibility, look to be leaders, and work hard for what is right rather than what is easy; and we face our own limitations, determined to overcome rather than excuse them, realising we're not the finished product but endeavouring to be the best possible version of ourselves.

“Courage is the most important of all virtues, because without courage, you cannot practice any of the other virtues consistently." - Maya Angelou

COMMITMENT

We are ready for a long-haul rather than a brief sprint and know that real achievement is worked for rather than given freely. We are committed to our own future and that of those around us and will not compromise what is true, or just, or kind for our own short-term benefit. We know that actions speak louder than words and are prepared to be disciplined about doing our best each day until it becomes a habit. We commit to facing our challenges and doing our best to change things for the better.

"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin

Our ethos deliberately focuses on challenge and development as we push ourselves and encourage each other to achieve, and we explicitly recognise that maintaining our mental, physical and social health is of vital importance. During two years at Harris Clapham Sixth Form, students will learn how to look after themselves and to form and maintain strong and positive relationships with those around them. During this time, the academy will offer support and advice with any difficulties students face - this is very much a shared adventure.

CONFIDENCE

We are optimistic about our adventure and believe in both ourselves and others. We are neither naive, nor arrogant, but have a realistic confidence in our own, developing, abilities and in the support that we can get from each other and those we meet. We are not dispirited by setbacks but see them as opportunities for new growth, chances to discover hitherto unimagined talents, and we are firm in our belief that together we can be role models for London and modern Britain.

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence." - Helen Keller