October 2023 Newsletter
October-Newsletter-2023.pdf
08/03/24
From dawn's first whistle to noon's vibrant buzz, our HASJW girls embody the football dream! 🏆 Today showcased skillful dribbles & thrilling goals ⚽ #LetGirlsPlay #IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/Vzqx9PXxsB
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08/03/24
We were lucky to hear from lots of inspirational women, and the careers panel and tour were a great chance to hear the backgrounds of those working in tech and their advice for our girls. It has given them lots of motivation - thanks to all who made it a special day! (4/4) pic.twitter.com/xtdXiTzCvJ
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08/03/24
We started with an inspirational speech by @kielosmarcal, which highlighted some remarkable innovations by women that were not given due credit in their time. The current stats are still sobering - yet the optimism in the talk really motivated our girls and set up the day (2/4) pic.twitter.com/Of9IBh69Nk
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08/03/24
Rise and shine! 🌟 The HASJW Girls are out on the field, kicking off their day with a football session before school. Passion, dedication, and drive in every move. Here's to breaking barriers and making every goal count! ⚽️ #LetGirlsPlay #IWD2024 @BarclaysFooty pic.twitter.com/ds2L5mVYj8
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05/03/24
Proud to support our sister school and the Headteacher of Primary Emily Smith. Please do sign up, every little helps. https://t.co/fx5W3cagNZ
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04/03/24
Our Year 12 and 13 IT students were very lucky to get to spend today at the legendary @HomeOfCricket. We had a tour of Lord's, learned about The Hundred's digital marketing strategy, and did a rebranding exercise. Thanks to @MCCOfficial for making it happen!🏏 pic.twitter.com/nx232UdhHZ
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26/02/24
Today's the first day of mock exams for our Year 11 cohort. Plenty of flash cards being swapped at lunch and friends testing each other on the content - really good to see. Tomorrow is English Lan, DT, and Biology! ✏️ 🎓 pic.twitter.com/XyVU1i4ybr
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20/02/24
Can you spare £10Crowdfunding to support children and their families at Harris Academy Tottenham. on JustGiving https://t.co/wRRiEQJEAI
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16/02/24
We've been shortlisted in the Trust Collaboration category in the MAT Excellence Awards for our partnership with the @HarrisFed, encompassing all curriculum subjects across all 32 secondary schools!Watch our video case studies: https://t.co/gkLUgUnl42@OptimusEd #MAT pic.twitter.com/GXpWQvBl46
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15/02/24
We've been shortlisted in the Trust Collaboration category in the MAT Excellence Awards for our partnership with the @HarrisFed, encompassing all curriculum subjects across all 32 secondary schools!Watch our video case studies: https://t.co/gkLUgUnl42@OptimusEd #MAT pic.twitter.com/GXpWQvBl46
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09/02/24
Thrilled to have Bold Voices at our school today! They inspired Year 10 with their mission to fight gender inequality. A big step towards empowering our students to challenge and change the world. 📚🗣️ #GenderEquality #Empowerment #BoldVoices pic.twitter.com/lTJWdrrkvY
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08/02/24
Really great to hear about some fantastic @Bedr0ckLearning happening at HASJW - over 550 of our students have met their Bedrock targets every week since September and an incredible 96% have been using it regularly this year. Special shout out to 8X/En1 who lead the school! 📖✨
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08/02/24
Our Year 10 Harris Experience students are live at the Royal Opera House, captivated by La Bohème! 🎭🎶🎻An enriching day out as they absorb this magnificent performance. #HarrisExperience #LaBoheme #RoyalOperaHouse pic.twitter.com/0JPOopoais
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08/02/24
Our Year 10 Harris Experience students are live at the Royal Opera House, captivated by La Bohème! 🎭🎶🎻An enriching day out as they absorb this magnificent performance. #HarrisExperience #LaBoheme #RoyalOperaHouse pic.twitter.com/0JPOopoais
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08/02/24
We're so proud of all of our schools across the Harris Federation 🎉 these stats from HASJW are absolutely incredible 👏 https://t.co/vnL5AZab3R
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08/02/24
We're so proud of all of our schools across the Harris Federation 🎉 these stats from HASJW are absolutely incredible 👏 https://t.co/vnL5AZab3R
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07/02/24
Thanks to the generous support from Harris Federation & Adventures Away From Home, 30 eager Year 7 & 8 students set off for an unforgettable outdoor adventure at Avon Tyrell! 🌲⛺ #OutdoorLearning #AdventureTime pic.twitter.com/bkjk0dbAVi
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07/02/24
Really great to hear about some fantastic @Bedr0ckLearning happening at HASJW - over 550 of our students have met their Bedrock targets every week since September and an incredible 96% have been using it regularly this year. Special shout out to 8X/En1 who lead the school! 📖✨
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06/02/24
Huge excitement at HLAW tonight as our performing arts company perform night 1 of #MATILDATHEMUSICAL! @HarrisFed @HarrisFedMusic pic.twitter.com/QkcIhFDeag
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06/02/24
Huge excitement at HLAW tonight as our performing arts company perform night 1 of #MATILDATHEMUSICAL! @HarrisFed @HarrisFedMusic pic.twitter.com/QkcIhFDeag
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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.
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:
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:
You can read the full Ofsted report by clicking on the link below.