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07/12/23

Harris Aspire is delighted to announce the outcome of our recent Ofsted Inspection.Judged to be Outstanding in all categories used under the current inspection framework https://t.co/w8DsaZq2RJ pic.twitter.com/6PItAFRo5O

02/10/23

Aspire Scientists at work…… pic.twitter.com/rHsvyofaxF

09/06/23

Abigail soldering metal pipe work in the construction workshop. pic.twitter.com/b6pRrg3xH1

23/05/23

Be kind. Everyone is healing from things they don’t speak about 💕Image: https://t.co/n2e2XeKpFx pic.twitter.com/alK0PEaKkR

21/05/23

Be kind. Everyone is healing from things they don’t speak about 💕Image: https://t.co/n2e2XeKpFx pic.twitter.com/alK0PEaKkR

19/05/23

Meaningful May - Day 19: Reflect on what makes you feel valued and purposeful https://t.co/QObG6cjVZu pic.twitter.com/bYpIDlocTQ

19/05/23

Meaningful May - Day 19: Reflect on what makes you feel valued and purposeful https://t.co/QObG6cjVZu pic.twitter.com/bYpIDlocTQ

09/05/23

In preparation for her maths exam and giving her all the support she needs on the day. pic.twitter.com/kF0sfidD68

26/04/23

Construction student measuring up to make the brickwork nice and sturdy! pic.twitter.com/zzJk72LWkF

30/03/23

Aspire’s boxing champs pic.twitter.com/RTTBow61QZ

28/03/23

Do all the good you can ☀️ Even small steps can make a difference Image: https://t.co/YnQnK3c6kC pic.twitter.com/cmVdFNcDz9

26/03/23

Do all the good you can ☀️ Even small steps can make a difference Image: https://t.co/YnQnK3c6kC pic.twitter.com/cmVdFNcDz9

22/03/23

Our girls in action with the boxing coach pic.twitter.com/mreWtWLX3U

07/12/22

Christmas lunch enjoyed by staff and students today. pic.twitter.com/tpNq0PERh2

10/11/22

What a treat! Keeping students engaged by continuing the celebrations for Black History Month…Jamaican brown stew….fried dumplings…. Coconut and ginger cake and plenty more…. pic.twitter.com/VnOIKobVrs

21/09/22

Our library is starting to take shape with an incredible donation of books from The charity works tirelessly to promote reading for pleasure by ensuring that everyone has access to a great book! Thank you! pic.twitter.com/aMwAds4bWp

01/04/22

A lovely piece of poetry by one of our talented students that was published https://t.co/TnwRzqiwyM pic.twitter.com/5pdvAKR8bk

17/03/22

Multiple cuisines under one roof https://t.co/XgHuAL26So pic.twitter.com/2fbQrtPNIP

31/01/22

We had an Ofsted visit on 17 November 21 and received a ‘good’ with ‘outstanding features’ The report can be found here https://t.co/3GQUvCc7vt

12/01/22

This week’s tutor time covers the importance of E-Safety https://t.co/jaH138qcyn pic.twitter.com/VSGBoxGkiF

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Your Questions Answered

Who can Harris Aspire support and educate?

The Academy provides places for:

Year 10 and 11 students

 The students we support may experience the following:

  • Awaiting a place in a mainstream school having moved into the area (this could be a student from abroad where English is a new language).
  • Those who have not been able to follow a traditional secondary curriculum and need to undertake this as a pathway to further education or training.
  • At risk of being permanently excluded or several fixed term exclusions.
  • Students who have been out of education for a period of time for a variety of reasons.

We are a fully inclusive school and welcome students with special educational needs and disabilities, including those with emotional and environmental barriers to learning. We will have the systems, structures and specialists in place to support these students to achieve.

Can parents and carers apply directly?

Only Schools, Academies and Local Authorities can apply for places. Parents and carers can also ask their child’s existing school, Academy or Local Authority to apply for a place at Harris Aspire.

Who will the teachers be?

Harris Aspire will be staffed by members of the Harris Federation, with outstanding teachers and Federation consultants working with us to support our students. Our aim is for 100% of lessons to be good or outstanding.

In addition to our teaching and leadership team, we will also use a collection of specialists who have proven themselves to be outstanding in their work with other Harris Academies.

These include educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, health services and a variety of different counsellors, mentors, life-coach and advisors.

How will you make sure the needs of all students are met?

Once accepted at Harris Aspire, students will be assessed carefully, not only for their current level of ability but also for their potential attainment as well as any barriers to learning.

We know that many of our students will require a curriculum that will accelerate achievement and aim to ensure that when they have completed their year at Aspire they will be working in line with their peers. We will also be looking for any particular talents in any area that can be supported to develop further.

What will the class sizes be?

Students will be taught in small groups maximum 15 to allow for accelerated learning and outstanding progress. There will also be 1:1 tuition for some students who require extra support, as well as small group withdrawals.

Students in Year 11 will be set by ability in core subjects and will be able to move between sets at different points in the academic year according to progress.

Will there be a uniform?

Our students will be expected to look smart and presentable. Year 10 and 11 are expected to attend the academy in smart business wear. Full details are available on our website.

What is your mobile phone policy?

Mobile phones and any internet enabled devices are not allowed on site. They are collected in the morning at reception and secured in lockers. They can be collected at the end of the day by students. There are no exceptions to this rule. Students found with a phone on site will have the device confiscated and if they persistently refuse to hand it in, the device may have to be confiscated until a parent meeting has taken place and targets set.

Are you able to support Gifted and Talented students?

Yes. Gifted students will be identified when they arrive.

This will be an important part of the screening process as there is likely to be a history of underachievement which may mask a student’s ability to achieve very highly. These students will be challenged within the curriculum and given a variety of other opportunities for enrichment.

Will you operate a Waiting List?

Yes, for each year group.

Will there be financial support for students who need it?

Yes. Where there may be exceptional circumstances we are happy to look into supporting necessities such as travel arrangements and uniform. Please call the office for more details.