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13/03/25

Year 9 Parents Evening is on the 20th March 2025. pic.twitter.com/SgjAiwefFU

06/03/25

Today, students had to find hidden posters of giants by 'whiffling' around site, with each form returned earning 'humplehammer' points. Cannot wait to see who the winners are! pic.twitter.com/FKmGDGfBCi

06/03/25

Home challenges were the best way to win BFG points - but the week has not finished yet and there is still time to get some of these in! pic.twitter.com/hrglYYju7a

06/03/25

Students had the chance to win 1 BFG point for every competition entered. These would be counted and added to each form tutors total, with a winner named from each challenge, winning a prize and a further 3 points. pic.twitter.com/4Rlo9l9MrG

06/03/25

HAO didn't just celebrate , we have been celebrating all week! The 'human beans' have been competing against each other in their form tutors to become one of the characters from BFG... pic.twitter.com/SngFUXwdE5

06/03/25

Year 11 Parents/Carers Evening is on the 13th March 2025. pic.twitter.com/yAmYzG5wtR

03/03/25

An impressive display for an away game against a tough opponent. Onto the semi-finals!

03/03/25

Well done to our HAO 6th form team on their 7-1 win today in the Quarterfinals of the . The match started with a swift 0-1 to , but the team rallied and went on to win. 🏅⚽️ pic.twitter.com/BSSxw1QXVF

01/03/25

is on the 6th March. What are you reading to mark this occasion?https://t.co/OV7EqU36fH pic.twitter.com/4xL0l7ONca

28/02/25

And lastly, there may have been a theme in the staff attire today... We hope everyone has a great weekend! pic.twitter.com/j2cam6DGKz

28/02/25

Government Performance Tables show value of Harris Academy Orpington: https://t.co/YRygd0fwM3 pic.twitter.com/3qDGT1Q7Y6

28/02/25

Whilst staff also got to enjoy some snacks later on. pic.twitter.com/twU7vsF0bj

28/02/25

Students also got to enjoy the cuisine prepared by our catering team at lunch pic.twitter.com/JnkWh2CUcn

28/02/25

Today at HAO we celebrated Jamaica Day! Students learnt more about the Jamaican culture, some facts about the country and where our staff are from. pic.twitter.com/eHvsxxbrQt

14/02/25

Read the book, complete the quiz and enjoy the reward! pic.twitter.com/Mczlw3rU1S

14/02/25

This is now taking place on Thursday 27th February 4.30 - 6.30

13/02/25

Our fabulous governor, Richard Hughes, led his third week of filmmaking workshops with Harris Sixth Formers from Orpington and Bromley. The students handled a professional film camera and learnt scripting & narrative techniques used in documentary filmmaking pic.twitter.com/rgdS0IVLke

13/02/25

Earn a wage, gain experience and get qualified - all at the same time! ✅ From GCSEs to master's degrees, there's an apprenticeship for everyone. Start your journey at https://t.co/1uoO3OEe4c#NAW2025 pic.twitter.com/uJqJgkCSUO

12/02/25

🚨 1 DAY TO GO! 🚨 Thinking about an apprenticeship? Got questions about applying, finding the right one, or what it’s really like? 🤔 Join us LIVE on TikTok tomorrow from 16:30 (UK) as a UCAS expert & apprentice answer your questions💬 Sign up here: https://t.co/OQN55A0N6N pic.twitter.com/52hqjLMHtE

12/02/25

Do you know an inspiring new teacher? Zac Moxon, one of our judges, shares what makes a great entry for Outstanding New Teacher of the Year. Celebrate the difference they're making in your school community by nominating today: https://t.co/9k7eL9mvGv pic.twitter.com/zhIY7OjFni

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Posted on August 23rd 2019

GCSE Results Day 2019

Higher acieving group shotHarris Academy Orpington

Above national average for the prestigious EBacc

Harris Academy Orpington is celebrating an excellent set of results, with a significant increase in the proportion of students passing English and maths.

78% of students achieved a Grade 4 or higher in English this year and 67% did so in maths. Students getting a Grade 4 or more in both maths and English has risen by five percentage points since last year to 61% this year.

28% of the year group achieved the prestigious and challenging EBacc qualification which means they successfully passed in Maths, English, Science, a Modern Foreign Language and a Humanities subject.  This is higher than the most recent national average (24%) and a significant achievement for the academy.

We are delighted to have achieved 17 of the ‘super’ Grade 9s, which are equivalent to getting an A**. A fifth of drama students achieved a Grade 9. 

There were also noticeable high performances in Art and Design, Sport and BTEC Engineering. 

The following students should be congratulated for their exceptional results:

  • Leah Andrews: Grade 9 in Geography, Grade 8s in Art, Science, English Language and Maths
  • Becca Bagge: Grade 9 in Georgraphy, Grade 8s in Science, English Literature and Maths
  • Amie George: Grade 9 in Geography and an astounding 7 Grade 8s (A* equivalent) including Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, French, Maths, Physics and Psychology
  • Sarah Rutter: Grade 9 in Drama, Grade 8s in English Language, English Literature and Spanish
  • Jona Thaipaiampil: Grade 9s in Science and Geography and Grade 8s in Sociology, Maths and English Literature
  • Jennifer Wells: Grade 9 in Maths, Grade 8s Science and Geography

David Astin, Executive Principal of the Academy, said:

“I simply could not be any prouder of our students, who put their best forward in their examinations and have achieved a great set of results. They worked very hard and I am also grateful to their teachers and parents who supported them every step of the way. I look forward to seeing our outgoing Year 11 shine in their A Levels and beyond.”  

 

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