Transition - Parent Information
Dear Parents & Carers,
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you and your child to Harris Academy Clapham.
You may know that in November 2023 we had our first Ofsted inspection. As part of this, our work supporting the personal development of students was graded outstanding. I was very proud of the section of the report which stated, “Pupils speak glowingly about the support offered by teachers and leaders.”
The purpose of our Year 7 transition events and this section of our website is for us to learn as much as possible about your child. This will help us to provide this same support to them as they move into our Academy. Please use our open events and our transition events as an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have. My team will be on hand throughout this process to support you.
We strongly encourage your child to sign up for clubs after school. All students are expected to join at least one club. Students can also use our Library until 4pm to complete homework.
I look forward to meeting you and your child throughout the transition process and at our Year 7 transition events.
Peter Groves, Executive Principal
Have you filled in the New Student Information Form?
The New Student Information Form can be found by using the link below. If you have not already done so, please fill in the form using the link or scan the QR code to go directly to the form. This ensures we have the most up to date information for your child.
Click HERE to access the Student Admission Form or use the QR code.
Meet the Year 7 transition team
Each year, a Head of Year will work closely with families on the transition process. You will meet the team at the transition events throughout the year.
- Peter Groves. Mr Groves is the Executive Principal of the Academy and will oversee the transition process as a whole.
- Noga Verber. Ms Verber is the Vice Principal in charge of behaviour, attitudes and personal development and will support the transition process alongside The Year 7 Team and Mr Stagg.
- James Stagg. Mr Stagg leads the transition process and admissions and will work closely with families to ensure the smoothest possible start to the Harris Academy Clapham.
- Kerri Lloyd. Ms. Lloyd is the admissions administrator and will handle all day-to-day enquiries with families. Ms. Lloyd will be able to help you in the first instance, please ring reception and ask for the admissions officer if you have any enquiries. You can also email admissions@harrisclapham.org.uk
Key dates
Please refer to your welcome pack, which will be sent to you, for dates. And remember, if you have any questions you can email admissions@harrisclapham.org.uk.
Uniform
Please click HERE to see full details of our uniform, including details of our uniform supplier.
School meals
Please click HERE to find out more about school meals at Harris Academy Clapham.
Student learning during transition
The transition to Year 7 is an important time for you and your child. While this process can be daunting, it is an important moment in your child’s life and one that they will remember for the rest of their lives.
During the transition process, we aim to ensure that students continue their learning journey during the gap between primary and secondary. We want students to thrive in their first steps into a very different setting that may be very daunting for some students.
As part of the transition process, students will have the opportunity to take part in a 'Summer School'. This is a time where students can get to know the academy, its leaders and teachers as well as experiencing what life is like in secondary school.
This is also a time for you as a parent to ask questions about some of the differences and similarities between primary and secondary school and what you can expect from the academy both during the transition process and when your child arrives with us on their first day.
During the transition period, we will provide weekly resources for your son or daughter to work on, including work that students can be completing during the summer to ensure they continue their learning journey. This work will be provided after students have completed their SATs exams.
Prospectus
Please click HERE to download our prospectus.
Admissions policy
The Admissions process is managed directly through Lambeth Council. You can find more information on our Admissions page, which also includes a link to our Admissions Policy.
