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Welcome to Harris Academy St John's Wood

Welcome to our Sixth Form, a dynamic and inspiring environment designed to help you excel academically, grow personally, and prepare for a successful future. Our Sixth Form offers a wide range of subjects with academic rigour, supported by dedicated teachers who are passionate about helping you achieve your full potential. Alongside your studies, you will benefit from personalised careers guidance, including comprehensive UCAS support, ensuring you are well-prepared for university applications, apprenticeships, or other pathways.At the heart of our Sixth Form ethos are three guiding principles: Dedication, Determination, and Destiny. We encourage students to think globally and critically about the world around them, fostering a mindset of Dedication that values learning beyond the classroom. Our focus on Determination promotes resilience and respect, equipping you with the skills needed to overcome challenges and work collaboratively with others. Ultimately, we are committed to helping you shape your Destiny, guiding you towards the best possible future, whether in higher education, the workplace, or other aspirations.Our Sixth Form offers an exciting range of programmes, with a strong focus on both STEM and the Arts, ensuring a well-rounded academic experience. Whether you’re passionate about science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or the creative arts, our curriculum provides extensive opportunities to explore and excel in your chosen field. Beyond the classroom, we offer a vibrant extracurricular programme, including sports, clubs, and enrichment activities that take place both in and outside of school. Our community outreach initiatives, such as our partnership with the Avery Carehome, allow students to engage meaningfully with the local community, building empathy and leadership skills.In addition, our Guest Speaker Programme, held every Friday afternoon, exposes students to a diverse range of careers and life experiences. Through talks by professionals from various industries, our students gain invaluable insights, helping them broaden their horizons and make informed decisions about their futures. These programmes and activities enrich the Sixth Form experience, developing well-rounded individuals ready to contribute positively to society.Join us in our Sixth Form, where dedication, determination, and destiny come together to shape your future. Discover your passions, unlock your potential, and be part of a community that is committed to your success.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Secondary, Sixth Form

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,319 Total

No. of Boys

631 (47.8%)

No. of Girls

688 (52.2%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

22.8%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

3.7%

A*/A grades

15.34%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

94%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

1%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:17%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:74%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:2%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:1%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

58%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

1%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:76%
England:63%

Further education

School:2%
England:4%

Employment

School:14%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:16%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

Go to School Website
Oct 2025

Online Sixth Form Open Evening

Key Dates & Deadlines

Oct 16, 2025

Online Sixth Form Open Evening


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

2 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 1 - Oct 24

Half Term 2

Nov 3 - Dec 19

Spring

2 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Feb 12

Half Term 2

Feb 22 - Mar 31

Summer

2 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 19 - May 28

Half Term 2

Jun 7 - Jul 21

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 27 - Oct 31

Christmas Break

Dec 22 - Jan 2

Spring Half Term

Feb 15 - Feb 19

Easter Break

Apr 1 - Apr 18

Summer Half Term

May 29 - Jun 5


Alumni Stories

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Updates Coming Soon!

We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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We believe that academic success should go hand-in-hand with a rich variety of extra-curricular activities.

Table Tennis Club
The Abbey Road Ensemble
Digital Literacy Club

About School

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWestminster
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed