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26/05/26

Last week, our students enjoyed a fantastic opportunity taking part in a  workshop. The positive impact was clear, with many eager to continue developing their skills. Thank you to Centre Stage Theatre Academy. tinyurl.com/yhbpd8kp

26/05/26

A busy and celebratory end to the half term saw the H2H attendance challenge end with tutor group 7A taking away the Bongo Bingo celebration event. Well done for most improved attendance.

01/05/26

Check out this weeks new books to explore.

01/05/26

We are delighted to be hosting a HAO Culture, Heritage and Identity Day this term on 22/05/2026. The day is to celebrate the incredible diversity within our academy community and to recognise and express our individuality, along with some curious questions.

13/03/26

This week HAO proudly took part in National Science Week, embracing this year’s inspiring theme: “Curiosity – What’s Your Question?” We believe every great idea begins with a question. So we ask our whole community: What’s your question? Video  

10/03/26

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10/03/26

World Book Day took place last week, but as part of the fun activities throughout the week, students produced some great work. Below are a few examples from some of our talented students.

10/03/26

This week HAO is celebrating Science Week, with this years theme ‘Curiosity - what’s you Question?’ Here are some of our staffs curious questions.

06/03/26

On its way to becoming a yearly event, HAO students are once again taking part in the Mini London Marathon for schools, creating our own mini marathon in the last 2 weeks for the spring term. 

02/03/26

The new spring/summer term sports clubs go live this week. Make sure you sign up and bring the right kit to participate.

16/02/26

As its half term, we didn’t want our students missing out on such a celebration, so incorporated it into our week. Thank you to   

16/02/26

The catering team at HAO created an amazing range of foods for lunch last week to celebrate the Lunar New Year, which is tomorrow.

12/02/26

🎓 Happy National School Governors’ Awareness Day! A huge thank you to all our dedicated school governors who give their time, expertise, and passion to support our schools and help every pupil thrive. Your commitment makes a real difference every day.  

30/01/26

Event Reminder - Year 8 Parents Evening is next week. Students will have appointment sheets to book in the meetings. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.

23/01/26

HAO is launching its attendance challenge  from Monday. What is the prize I hear you ask... the most improved year group will have a pizza party on the last day of this half term. Last time, Y10 were the winners. Lets see who comes out on top this time.

16/01/26

What are you reading currently? Check out our recommendations.

05/01/26

Event Reminder - Year 11 Parents Evening is this week. Students have already had their appointment sheets. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.

15/12/25

Finally, a reminder: The last day of this term is 19/12/2025, and the Academy will close to all students at 12.45pm. Students will be allowed to wear their own clothes, including Christmas jumpers, and we ask all to bring a £1 donation that will go to our local charity.

15/12/25

Whilst Y11 resume career discussions to support them in planning their future pathways. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to take part in their first HAO Sixth Form taster day - an exciting chance to experience what life could be like with us after GCSEs.

15/12/25

End of Term Highlights - As we approach the final week of term, our focus is on exploring the next steps for not only our students, but those that could join us next year. Banding day was a success as we welcomed prospective students and their parents - with a mop up this week.

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Posted on June 19th 2026

The End of an Era – The Start of Everything

As we reach the end of the external exam season, this week has been a truly proud and poignant moment for our school community as we say farewell to our Year 13 students. It marks the end of an era, but the start of everything - a time to reflect on achievements, celebrate friendships, and look ahead with excitement to the future.

Our Year 13 farewell afternoon was a fitting tribute to a remarkable two years. It was an opportunity to recognise not only academic success, but also the resilience, character, and camaraderie that have defined this cohort.

We also extend our very best wishes to our Year 11 students as they completed their GCSE journey. Thursday evening provided a highlight of the week, as prom night finally arrived. It was a long day for many, but one filled with laughter, celebration, and memorable moments. Friendship groups gathered together for what was maybe their final large dance off as a year group, with staff joining in to celebrate alongside them. With exams now behind them, students can look forward to a well-deserved summer break.
Not to be forgotten, celebrating a day later, to not take away form the Year 11s, Friday gave us the opportunity to celebrate Thank a Teacher Day - though, as we fondly refer to it, Thank a Staff Member Day. The week closed with a mini afternoon shout-out celebration, where certificates were shared and appreciation flowed freely. Staff were inundated with thank-yous from colleagues, parents and students alike. None more so than the wonderful Ms Francis, whose impressive stack of messages even left the Principal a little envious - site team, we may need to consider lifting support next time!

We look ahead to welcoming both Year 11 and Year 13 back during the summer holidays for their respective results days, and we very much hope to see many of our Year 11 students return to continue their journey with us in the sixth form.

We are incredibly proud of all our students and wish them every success as they step into their next chapter, with a memorable summer ahead.

A few more weeks with mocks for many of our other year groups, but we are not winding down just yet! As the heat wave approaches, we have another attendance head-to-head just around the corner, and an 'own clothes day' for charity.

Watch this space!

WC 19.06.26

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