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Harris Garrard Academy
Yarnton Way, Thamesmead, Erith, Kent, DA18 4DW, Bexley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
64.7 / 100
Top 35%
Better than 65% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,538
Capacity
1,780
Ages
4–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
86%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in key stage 2, this all-through academy demonstrates solid academic foundations, particularly in literacy and numeracy where 82% of students meet expected standards. While GCSE attainment is above the national average, with a notable 63% achieving grade 4 or higher in English and maths, the percentage of students progressing to top-third universities is relatively low at 4%. Overall, the school shows promise for parents seeking a supportive educational environment for their children.
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Last inspected: 17 November 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 48.1 | Top 38% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 63% | Bottom 43% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 46% | Top 44% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 68% | Top 29% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 33% | Top 29% UK |
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 82% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 18% | No UK data |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 58% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 4% | Below avg |
Based on 26 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
Black African31.5%
White British26.5%
White Other11.7%
Asian Indian3.4%
Mixed W+B African2.9%
Mixed Other2.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.6%
Other2.5%
Black Caribbean2.3%
Asian Other1.9%
Black Other1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Asian Bangladeshi1.0%
Asian Pakistani0.9%
Asian Chinese0.7%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
traveller_irish0.3%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.49603, 0.13410 · DA18 4DW
School details
Local authorityBexley
RegionLondon
URN145140
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.Harrisgarrard.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Harris Garrard Academy rated by Ofsted?
Harris Garrard Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 November 2021.
Is Harris Garrard Academy a good school?
Harris Garrard Academy scores 64.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 35% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Harris Garrard Academy in GCSEs?
Harris Garrard Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 48.1. 63% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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