Harris Academy Bermondsey
London, SE16 3TZ · Southwark · secondary school
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7th of 19 secondary schools in Southwark we can score, 20 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.3/10 against 293 of them, against 8.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 56.5 · 76 | 46% | 3.51 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.55 · 86 | 38% | 3.30 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 54.2 · 83 | 15% | 1.28 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Harris Academy Bermondsey overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.6, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.55 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than nationally matched peers. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Coding, Crochet, EAL, Geoguessr, Guitar, Homework, STEM, and Photography Clubs. Sports include Cricket and Football at lunchtime and after school. Music groups feature a Brass ensemble, KS3 choir, Jazz band, Orchestra, Percussion ensemble, Rock band, and Strings Group. Trips include the Duke of Edinburgh Award, British Museum's China Gallery, Chinatown, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 781 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,150. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in the EAL Club to access the full curriculum? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the 369
What Ofsted said about Harris Academy Bermondsey
Overview
Harris Academy Bermondsey is described as a school where pupils are “exceptionally well supported to succeed.” The report highlights a positive culture built on high expectations, with pupils achieving very highly and being “extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious, “matches and often exceeds the scope of what is expected nationally,” and is sequenced logically to build knowledge.
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent” behaviour, with a high level of trust between staff and pupils contributing to a safe environment.
- Staff have “excellent knowledge of the subjects that they deliver,” using assessment effectively to address misconceptions.
- There is an “exceptional enrichment offer” with numerous opportunities to develop talents, including leadership roles and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified accurately and receive tailored support to access the full curriculum.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 51.3 |
| 2024/25 | 54.6 |
| 2025/26 | 54.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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