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19/07/24

📚 GCSE & A-Level Results Days 2024🗓️ GCSE: Thurs, Aug 22 (10am)🗓️ A-Level: Thurs, Aug 15 (8am)✅ Support available on-site✅ Help with next steps (6th form, uni, apprenticeships)✅ Staff ready to assist throughout AugustGood luck to all Year 11 & 13 students! 🍀

18/07/24

An evening of excellence! 🌟 Our Annual Awards Ceremony is underway, celebrating outstanding achievements across Creative Arts, Active Science, Enterprise, and World Studies. From musical performances to inspiring speeches, we're showcasing the best of our talented students. pic.twitter.com/K7FKCTpGQx

08/07/24

🌟 Year 7 had an amazing trip to Crossness Pumping Station! They explored Victorian engineering marvels and learned about London’s sewage history. A memorable day of history and science! 🏛️💡 pic.twitter.com/g3G6jm25SN

14/06/24

Last week, our primary took part in the sports day, with 22 Harris primary schools attending. Incredibly, our team achieved their best ever medal and point totals and were crowned overall champions! We are super proud of all the athletes who represented HGA. pic.twitter.com/wj16AuNNbR

12/06/24

🌈 Supporting & advocating for our LGBTQ+ community this month with a vibrant Pride Picnic! 🏳️‍🌈🧁 pic.twitter.com/qbkgrzCglO

12/06/24

📣🌈 We’re keeping the Pride Month spirit alive with a vibrant mini Pride Picnic 🧺🍉 and a wonderful selection of Pride bookmarks in our library! 📚🏳️‍🌈 We celebrate LGBTQ stories and authors. pic.twitter.com/1whzSpwfHd

10/06/24

🚀 The latest Harris Garrard Academy Secondary Newsletter is out now! Highlights include Year 11 exam prep, Pride Month celebrations, the Year 9 boys' football team reaching the Harris Cup semi-final, and student visits to Ada College and more. 📚🎉 https://t.co/yfWFIigIQp pic.twitter.com/76YIGUWJLo

08/06/24

Year 11 students are in for their last Saturday of exam prep! 📚 From Spanish and History to Science, and a walking-talking Maths mock, they’re giving it their all. 🌟 We’re so impressed and proud of their dedication. Can’t wait to see their amazing results this summer! 🎓👏 pic.twitter.com/OpiKjYWHBC

04/06/24

🌈🎉 Harris Garrard Academy is decked out in vibrant bunting to celebrate Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈✨ Honoring incredible LGBTQ+ pioneers from the past and present who inspire us every day. 🌟💪 Let's keep spreading acceptance and pride! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 + pic.twitter.com/VsuX1M4P5K

26/05/24

📢 Year 11 May Half Term sessions are here! 📅 Check the timetable for details. Students can attend any session, even if not directly invited. Arrive by 08:45 for AM and 12:15 for PM. All-day sessions include a lunch break from 12:00-12:30. 🎓🗓️ pic.twitter.com/fxSoQy4C74

24/05/24

Students from schools, including ours, had an amazing visit to ! 🎉 They met inspiring women in AI from , , and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. 💻✨ They participated in workshops and shared their thoughts on AI 🤖 pic.twitter.com/8NhHMSell9

24/05/24

Fueling young minds with the most important meal of the day! Thanks to for helping us ensure no student starts their day hungry. 🍎📚 pic.twitter.com/fdViBncj5C

19/05/24

📚✏️ Even on a Saturday, over 120 of our dedicated students showed up to hit the books! We're incredibly proud of their hard work and determination. Keep shining! 💪👏 pic.twitter.com/RyXBLgI13d

04/05/24

Year 11 aced their maths walking talking mock with Mr Sadiq this Saturday! 🧠💯 They tackled high-mark questions, got expert feedback, and leveled up their exam skills. 📚✨ Couldn't be prouder of this hardworking crew - they're ready to crush the GCSE! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/R1gSRW145B

29/04/24

Year 10 students rocked their Rise workshop today with ! 🌟 They completed challenges to work collaboratively, develop problem-solving and teamwork skills, and gain work experience. 💼🧠💡 pic.twitter.com/jIM5I55z2b

26/04/24

Fasten your seatbelts 🛂 Year 11, we're about to take off! 🛫 Hoping for a smooth flight ✈️ and successful departure! 🛬 pic.twitter.com/b5MFjEkJ3V

26/04/24

🏆 Year 9 boys football team 🥅 through to Harris Cup semi-final! 🔥 Determined to retain trophy after thrilling 6-5 win! 🙌 Player of the match Chetam scores winner! 🏃‍♂️ Great team effort and resilience! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/WD3KisjVwn

26/04/24

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26/04/24

Saddle up for an unforgettable day at the British Racing School! 🏇 took us on a thrilling journey, revealing the secrets of horse care and the paths to becoming a champion jockey. 🏆 Hooves thundering, hearts racing - an experience we'll never forget! 🐎 pic.twitter.com/5x6w3aj6De

27/03/24

🌟 Our amazing pupils showcased incredible 'Character (to)day' diving into a variety of topics & activities! 🚀 Year 7s showed immense Courageous Advocacy, delving into Bee habitats and acing the Big School litter pick! 🐝🗑️ pic.twitter.com/zt2ebNR4ea

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Term Dates 2024-25

Autumn Term 2024

Tuesday 3rd September - Friday 20th December 2024

Staff training days (students do not attend):

  • Monday 2nd September 2024
  • Friday 11th October 2024

Start of term:

  • Years 7 and 12: Tuesday 3rd September
  • Years 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13: Wednesday 4th September

Half Term Holiday: Monday 21st October – Friday 1st November 2024

Year 6 Testing Day: Friday 6th December 2025 (Year 7-10 students do not attend)

End of term: Friday 20th December

Christmas break: Monday 23rd December – Friday 3rd January inclusive

Spring Term 2025

Monday 6th January - Friday 4th April 2025

Staff training day (students do not attend):

  • Friday 14th February 2025

Half Term Holiday: Monday 17th February – Friday 21st February 2025

End of term: Friday 4th April

Easter Break: Monday 7th April – Monday 21st April 2025 inclusive

Summer Term 2025

Tuesday 22nd April - Friday 18th July 2025

Bank Holiday: Monday 5th May 2025

Half Term Holiday: Monday 26th May – Friday 30th May 2025

Bank Holiday: Monday 26th May 2025

End of term: Friday 18th July

Twlight staff INSET sessions - students attend as normal on the following dates:

  • Primary (12th November)
  • Secondary (21st November)
  • Primary (16th January and 6th March).
  • Secondary (13th March)
  • Secondary (19th June and 3rd July)
  • Primary (3rd July)