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25/04/25

Some of our Y10 students exploring the realms of kayaking as part of their sport education studies. pic.twitter.com/2eMPDTuXks

25/04/25

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24/04/25

Winifred Nicholson loved to depict rural life through her artistic output, whether that was painting or making a rag rug. Our captures the artist behind the new display at . 📷Winifred Nicholson by Pamela Chandler, 1969 © Jovan… pic.twitter.com/zfjWNd2D2p

23/04/25

Year 7 Parents Evening is on 1st May 2025 pic.twitter.com/stiN6plgwf

22/04/25

The start of the summer term is today! We look forward to welcoming everyone back. pic.twitter.com/pfbfz2UrHN

17/04/25

Year 12 Parents Evening is next week: 24th April 2025https://t.co/fViGGLz8NT pic.twitter.com/ZE6oIPEAkT

04/04/25

Congratulations to Year 9 for best attendance! What was the reward I hear you ask? A wonderful pizza party with their tutors. pic.twitter.com/ViEsPjAM49

04/04/25

And for parents supporting their children in the build up, please see this helpful guide for student. https://t.co/U9Sj1VKcTo pic.twitter.com/m5bcdGIvyk

04/04/25

As well as a reminder of policies and guides: https://t.co/uEZnf5lqlj

04/04/25

Though the break is upon us in just a few hours, Year 11 are reminded of the following GCSE Exams Subject Revision resource available to them.https://t.co/P2842heZV5 pic.twitter.com/SbGp4gRkfj

04/04/25

Reading competition time! pic.twitter.com/o5fcjCFz8L

04/04/25

The half term starts today! A reminder that students break up earlier today. We wish all our staff, students, parents and carers a wonderful break. See you on the 22nd April. pic.twitter.com/37dmL4LvBg

02/04/25

Year 11 students have pulled together this great poster, advertising that this Friday is own clothes day. Students and staff are asked to bring in a £1 donation. Proceeds will go towards the Year 11 Prom. pic.twitter.com/3JJ4eBBwlK

01/04/25

The next school holiday is just around the corner, from the 7th April until the 18th April. We look forward to seeing our students on Tuesday 22nd April 2025, all refreshed after their break . pic.twitter.com/vaf4L8WXSb

31/03/25

There was even some time to pop into the National Gallery pic.twitter.com/GtRHCFpc8W

31/03/25

From the classic to the contemporary, it's always a great way to see how artists interpret and use different media. pic.twitter.com/VEfY6XO5pY

31/03/25

Our sixth form students had the pleasure on Friday last week, of travelling up to the to see some of the different styles of portrait artwork. pic.twitter.com/cA1eoyaYoS

27/03/25

It was such a success, students nearly overran the session! With a goodie bag to help them practice their new learnt techniques, we look forward to future workshops. Thanks Ms Francis for arranging such a great workshop experience. pic.twitter.com/O0mLuFwUu9

27/03/25

Thank you to So You Aesthetics, who attended on Monday to give 28 HAO students a hands on workshop. pic.twitter.com/ADQrJQKx4F

27/03/25

A fantastic talk from to our young artists yesterday. They introduced the different colleges within the University and the courses offered. They also delivered a task to students on creative careers. A great talk for those looking at a future in the arts! pic.twitter.com/yJ0olJObDs

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The food we serve exceeds the standards expected of schools because we want to make sure students enjoy eating well. We also cater for special dietary requirements, so please let us know if your child has any.

Meals are paid for using a cashless catering system linked to ParentPay. Parents will receive letters explaining how to set up a ParentPay account.

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Free School Meals

If your son or daughter is entitled to receive Free School Meals, please be informed that you have to apply online via:

Click here for the Free School Meals Link

Please be aware that this website is linked to the government’s data which cross checks your eligibility for Free School Meals.

To apply for Free School Meals for your child, you must be in receipt of one of the following benefits:

  • Income Support
  • Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • the guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
  • Child tax credit with an annual gross income into the household that is no more than £16,190, provided you are not entitled to working tax credit. If you are entitled to any part of working tax credit there is no eligibility with the exception of working tax run-on as shown below
  • Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit

To complete an application you will need to provide:

  • Your own name and date of birth
  • Contact details
  • National Insurance Number or National Asylum Seekers Number
  • Child's name and date of birth
  • School your child is attending/will attend.

After completing the application online and submitting the form, there are three possible outcomes:

  • Found – Confirmed the eligibility to Free School Meals – please inform the Academy at info@harrisorpington.org.uk immediately.
  • Not Found – You are not eligible to Free School Meals.
  • Service Down – Please try again later.

If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, you will receive an immediate confirmation.  Upon receipt of this, the Academy will process your child’s application for Free School Meals within 24 hours where possible. May I remind you that it is your responsibility to inform the Academy of any changes in your circumstances that may affect your eligibility for Free School Meals.

If you have any queries regarding your application or are unable to apply online please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Tucker, on 01698 819 219, or email your query to info@harrisorpington.org.uk

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