Welcome to Harris Aspire

Personal Development Programme

We believe that some of the most memorable learning experiences take place beyond the classroom, helping students to develop confidence, resilience, independence, and a broader understanding of the world around them.

Oxygen 1Our trips programme is designed to inspire curiosity and ambition while enhancing students' learning across the curriculum. These opportunities help students to develop social skills, strengthen friendships, and gain valuable experiences that prepare them for life beyond school.

By engaging in educational visits and enrichment activities, students build cultural awareness, broaden their horizons, and develop a sense of belonging. We are committed to ensuring that every student can participate actively, achieve personal success, and create lasting memories throughout their time at the academy.  

Examples of our externally provided programmes include 

Programme Provider
Wild Fangs Expereince Wild Fangs
Boxing Coaching Croydon  Boxing Club
Indoor Skiing Experience  Hemel Hempstead Snowzone 
Rap Therapy  Rap Therapy 
Drumming Club  Kinetika Bloco
Speech and Language  Words First 
Life Coaching Your Life Guidance 
Theatre Trip Stanley Arts 
1:1 Tuition  Remedy Tutors 
Math 1:1 Tutoring  Third Space Learning 
Athlete Challenge Under Amour Next Academy 
Community workshop - Music  FC Music – Luke Peters 
Sexual Health  Croydon School Nurses
1:1 Educational Psychology  Words First
Team building  Oxygen
Staff Development Sessions Words First Croydon School Nurses

These experiences play a vital role in enriching our curriculum and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.