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17/11/23

Have you experienced how students with can fall into a cycle of negative thinking 💭? Help them to focus on a time they coped well in a situation and think about why it worked for them. For tips on tackling low-level anxiety read our blog https://t.co/a0DaP6CLdy pic.twitter.com/OxMpOlJpNk

02/11/23

6th Form Open Evening sharing the vision for our charitable & industrial partnerships pic.twitter.com/NH281MLmAj

02/11/23

What do students think of our 6th Form pic.twitter.com/TifmUcmJmO

21/10/23

We are delighted to share that with the publication of the School Performance Tables yesterday our Academy is placed 42nd in the country overall, and 10th out of all non-selective comprehensive schools. A fantastic achievement for our students and staff!! pic.twitter.com/0vh1xBUXH5

18/10/23

These new kits, worth £250,000 across all of our academies, have been enthusiastically welcomed by our football players - thank you https://t.co/RXSxSGdkaG

09/10/23

We had such a fantastic day with our friends from today! The children (and staff!) had lots of fun at the Afrobeats dance workshops not only learning routines but the origins of the music & moves pic.twitter.com/WcND71dJWJ

06/10/23

This room is beaming with pride of the courage and vibrant energy of our incredible young people 👏🏽. I'm welling up with tears of joy. This is the power of a united, positive & unrelenting educational institution, changing lives to close the poverty gap pic.twitter.com/9gMAnYxN9O

19/08/23

The Class of 2023 have proved themselves to be resilient, purposeful, hard-working and determined in their studies. Each of them deserves to enjoy the next stage of their education, knowing that they have fully demonstrated their ability and worth https://t.co/UbLL7P8rGr

15/07/23

Thank you so much for supporting and in this funding round 🤩! Huge thanks from to all donors of 💚💐 https://t.co/8EA6bmcZBJ

14/07/23

Thank you so much for supporting and in this funding round 🤩! Huge thanks from to all donors of 💚💐 https://t.co/8EA6bmcZBJ

09/07/23

Massive congratulations to Henry Curtis on signing his professional contract at Ipswich Town 📝⚽️Henry joined the club from Kinetic back in January on an initial scholarship & was a part of our academy programme at ⚽️📚 https://t.co/ZX4jEiBKLU#KineticAcademy pic.twitter.com/9T9iaqkdbX

09/07/23

Massive congratulations to Henry Curtis on signing his professional contract at Ipswich Town 📝⚽️Henry joined the club from Kinetic back in January on an initial scholarship & was a part of our academy programme at ⚽️📚 https://t.co/ZX4jEiBKLU#KineticAcademy pic.twitter.com/9T9iaqkdbX

28/06/23

We join with our sister school in Tottenham in wishes all in our community a wonderful day as they celebrate Eid al-Adha. https://t.co/P1gX2Airtg

21/06/23

Thank you so much to Making the Leap for helping our Year 10s today in 1-2-1 interviews. Brilliant careers education opportunities here for all. Thanks to for all their volunteers today who devoted their time and ideas & feedback with such elan pic.twitter.com/CaXKrBUYgE

21/06/23

Superb achievement from our sister school in Bromley - Well done for the silver award to Patrice Gonzales https://t.co/5erMN3GCuv

21/06/23

Superb achievement from our sister school in Bromley - Well done for the silver award to Patrice Gonzales https://t.co/5erMN3GCuv

21/06/23

Thank you so much to Making the Leap for helping our Year 10s today in 1-2-1 interviews. Brilliant careers education opportunities here for all. Thanks to for all their volunteers today who devoted their time and ideas & feedback with such elan pic.twitter.com/CaXKrBUYgE

24/05/23

Another AMAZING today! We managed to spend almost the entire day outside including; a morning walk, storytelling in the park, tree decorating, maths with natural resources, a lunchtime picnic & even learning Spanish directions in the playground! pic.twitter.com/WAr9Vq5RXP

24/05/23

So great to visit with to speak with and listen to the views of students.Pupils told me about a wide range of things they care about, including their mental health, family and their education. Great to hear such optimism for the future! pic.twitter.com/eZkvYZhpHX

24/05/23

So great to visit with to speak with and listen to the views of students.Pupils told me about a wide range of things they care about, including their mental health, family and their education. Great to hear such optimism for the future! pic.twitter.com/eZkvYZhpHX

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Ofsted

Harris Academy St. John’s Wood has been judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in its first inspection since it joined the Harris Federation.

The report showcases a significant transformation at the school which, on its last inspection as Quintin Kynaston, was placed in ‘special measures’.

Of the five areas judged by Ofsted, two were found to be ‘Outstanding’ already – the behaviour and attitudes of the academy’s students, and the Sixth Form.

As well as praising the ‘well-crafted curriculum’ on offer at the academy, the report notes the exceptional education and support provided to all students.


Some highlights from our Ofsted report

On behaviour, which was described by inspectors as “impeccable”: “Pupils know that standards of behaviour are given high priority in this school. Leaders expect nothing less than excellent and that is what they get.”

On academic success:

  • “Whatever their background, pupils go on to achieve very well in GCSE examinations and in a wide range of courses in the sixth form.”
  • “Disadvantaged students achieve very well.”
  • “Almost all students go on to higher education, many to top universities, including disadvantaged students.”

On our partnership with parents: “The partnership with parents is strong and they are highly supportive of the school.”

Inspectors noted just one area that needs to be addressed to make the academy an ‘Outstanding’ school. This is to ensure that Year 9 pupils continue the full range of subjects they study in Years 7 and 8, rather than focusing on their GCSE choices. As Ofsted notes, the academy is already working towards this.


Mr Nick Soar, Executive Principal of Harris Academy St. John’s Wood, added:

“I would like to thank and congratulate students, staff, parents and governors for their fantastic efforts in making this school thrive. The report mirrors the huge improvements in our results since opening, with the academy now in the top 10% of schools for GCSEs and the top 25 school in the country for student progress at A Level.”

Mr Rob Hewitt, Chair of Governors at Harris Academy St. John’s Wood, said:

“The result of the recent Ofsted inspection is testament to the transformation of the school over the last two and a half years into an institution that combines excellent results with the highest standards of behaviour. This reflects the tireless work of the staff, well supported by the Harris Federation and the governors, in creating an environment where children of all backgrounds and abilities can flourish.”

Our students added:

  • “Reading this report makes me confident going into my GCSE years and fills me with hope for the things the school can achieve and give to students. It makes me proud of the improvements the school has made and glad to be a part of the school community.” Hari, Year 9 
  • “As a member of the Sixth Form, I’m very proud of the report. I have been at the school since Year 7 and we have come a long way as a school and as a team.” Shilan, Sixth Former

You can read the full Ofsted report by clicking on the link below.