“Every child a leader in their chosen field.”
Principal Dan MacPhersonThis is no ordinary school, and we are very proud of that. Situated in an eclectic array of buildings next to the renowned Three Mills Studios (location of BBC’s Masterchef) with a new building due in 2026, this is a unique setting to provide a life changing education for the children of East London.
We are on a rapid journey to become one of the top performing schools in the UK by 2028.
- 25th most improved school in the UK since 2022.
- 4th most improved school in London since 2022.
- Most improved school in Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham since 2022.
- Progress for disadvantaged students in top 12.5% in UK.
- Average A Level grade improved by more than a grade since 2022.
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A well-taught academic curriculum for all
We believe that all students have a right to an academically rigorous curriculum because the qualifications received from such a curriculum give young people the currency to become a leader in their chosen field. The bar is never lowered for disadvantaged students or those with SEND. That’s why every child learns Latin and French from Year 7, and over 85% of students are entered for the Ebacc suite of qualifications. We insist on the highest quality of teaching in every classroom through our distinctive approach. Students complete independent study at home to master the most important knowledge and there are frequent tests to help children measure their progress.
School mission
We will work in partnership with families to ensure every child becomes a leader in their chosen field. HSAEL will become the highest performing academy in Newham and among the top schools in the UK. HSAEL students will not be the heartless leaders of the future. We will develop the qualities of gracious leadership to enable all students to be masters of their own destiny and make positive change in the community. Our values of GRACE underpin everything we do:
Growth We are confident that we can be better. We know that feedback is essential for improvement. We never give up, especially when it is difficult.
Responsibility We are self-disciplined, we own our decisions and we acknowledge their impact on others. If we do something wrong, we put it right.
Ambition We aim to be the best versions of ourselves at all times. We believe in the potential to achieve the highest grades and access to the best careers/ universities.
Compassion We are always kind to others, we celebrate diversity and we regularly show our appreciation. Excellence We are what we repeatedly do.
Excellence is not, therefore, an act, but a habit. We are proactive, and curious to know and do more.
Exemplary behaviour
We believe that a kind, calm, structured environment creates the safest space for all students to thrive. That’s why we make our expectations explicit, we give children the opportunity to practise behaving well and we reward children frequently. Staff adopt a ‘warm and firm’ approach so that no learning time is wasted in lessons. We take our students’ safety seriously, which is why we are a strict no mobile phone Academy
Leadership development
We work with parents to help children develop the character to lead and make a positive contribution to their community. Oracy matters. Students learn how to communicate articulately and with conviction so they can be a leader in their chosen field. Students have regular opportunities to visit museums, galleries and the theatre as well as attend trips abroad. There are frequent opportunities for students to perform through public speaking, music, and sport. The co-curricular and careers program at the Academy ensures students leave with a broad range of experiences that will enable them to make ambitious plans for their future. Harris Science Academy East London 6 Harris Federation A Introduction by the Principal Dan MacPherson
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