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24/03/25

Our Year 8 students were thrilled to take part in an exciting UK Space Agency workshop, on space exploration and the wonders of the universe, hosted by Harris Academy Peckham pic.twitter.com/m2q6rySyul

24/03/25

Exciting news! Our Principal and 4 of our students were featured on Sky News, engaging in a thoughtful discussion on whether mobile phones should be banned in schools pic.twitter.com/S8LlcQKnYg

24/03/25

Exciting news! Our Principal and 4 of our students were featured on Sky News, engaging in a thoughtful discussion on whether mobile phones be banned in schools pic.twitter.com/yVBsfAsNiT

24/03/25

We're heading to the South London Jobs Fair this Wednesday! If you're looking for your next opportunity in education, come and meet the Harris Federation team, we'd love to chat about the roles available across our academies.#HarrisFederation pic.twitter.com/lLyiwCEOad

21/03/25

A huge thank you to the incredible companies from healthcare, construction, architecture, insurance and beyond that joined us for our Careers Fair. pic.twitter.com/RxbOU2hrs8

21/03/25

What a fantastic turnout at our careers fair! Your insights and opportunities inspired so many future professionals! pic.twitter.com/RcJqPRDCX8

20/03/25

Brilliant photos! It was a pleasure to have you. https://t.co/anME92Tnv8

20/03/25

Thank you so much! https://t.co/Qj6R5BfDV0

20/03/25

We are recruiting for an experienced Administrator to join our regional ITE team! If you are an administration expert with an interest in teaching, we want to hear from you. ⌚ 26 March 2025 📍 Within commuting distance of our campus in Peckham, London. 💰 £33,291 per annum,… pic.twitter.com/IRJHUfSpdc

20/03/25

Year 5 students from visited the HAP library for a fun-filled World Book Day celebration, featuring a challenging treasure hunt, a book raffle, and delicious snacks. A huge thank you to our student librarians who participated in making it such a success!

20/03/25

🚀 We were thrilled to welcome the UK Space Agency to Harris Academy Peckham! 🌌 Students had an out-of-this-world experience, learning about space exploration and the wonders of the universe. ✨ pic.twitter.com/GAi4naYTx0

20/03/25

🚨 New Opportunity! Harris Institute is launching a Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship! 🎯 Open to experienced TAs in primary & secondary academies. Starts July 2025. Fully funded (£12K) + HLTA accreditation! 👉 Register here: https://t.co/hGa6kjRbzt pic.twitter.com/lgRt9Z4HNJ

20/03/25

Our children had the best time! Thank you all for making Science exciting.

20/03/25

Year 4 & 5 students from local primary schools are zooming into Harris Academy Peckham for a thrilling STEM go-karting activity as part of British Science Week! pic.twitter.com/CVb1iPc85C

20/03/25

Absolutely amazing that our Jazz Band, Take 5, came 2nd in the Battle of the Bands competition. Phenomenal ensemble playing and solos from all of our incredible musicians. Thank you for hosting And a fabulous logo designed by one of our Y8s! pic.twitter.com/DaYyAJYtha

20/03/25

What a brilliant day! We are delighted everyone enjoyed themselves! https://t.co/hF4t2erGAI

19/03/25

If your child is between 4 and 16 and gets benefits-related free school meals they can join one of our many Food and Fun holiday clubs this Easter (from 7 to 17 April) The weekday clubs run fun activities and provide healthy and free foodhttps://t.co/DKcKdvOb8z pic.twitter.com/qEwYSDPBcK

19/03/25

Year 7 students enjoyed a special film screening of Kensuke's Kingdom, an animated adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's beloved book. This event was part of the Into Film initiative, which aims to inspire and educate young minds through the magic of cinema. pic.twitter.com/UDJjAygYmU

18/03/25

This is brilliant 👏🏿 https://t.co/lmJyvoEujE

18/03/25

Year 8 students had a fantastic time visiting Review Bookshop on Bellenden Road to pick up their free books! A wonderful way to celebrate the joy of reading and inspire young minds. pic.twitter.com/cVfYMpPSD3

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Year 6 Transition

ClaudetteWelcome to the Harris Academy Peckham (HAP) transition section.  If you are starting at HAP in September 2025 this section is for you and will be updated during the coming year.

It should help you to find out more about what it is like to be in Year 7 and what to expect.

We are delighted you have accepted a place for your child at HAP.  We have shared values that shape every aspect of life at HAP.  Our values are LEAP (Leadership, Enquiry, Aspiration and Perseverance). You can learn more than about our values and ethos here.

On this page you will find lots of helpful resources to help you make the transition from primary school to HAP.

Parents, if you have any queries please do email enquiries@harrispeckham.org.uk. If you use Twitter, please do follow us @PeckhamAcademy 

Claudette Bergin, Principal

Start of term dates for Year 7

The first day of term in early September will be announced nearer the time. The first day will run from 8:25am to 2:00pm. Students need to be on-site in full school uniform.

Taster day 

We will holding a Taster Day for new Year 7 students inon Wednesday 2 July 2025. The programme for the day will include a range of activities to reflect some of the subjects your son/daughter will study at Harris Academy Peckham.

Students should attend the day in their full primary school uniform and bring a pair of trainers/plimsolls in their bag. The day will start at 9:30am and finish at 2:30pm students should arrive promptly and report to the main reception.  Lunch will be provided.

Parent information meeting

On Wednesday 2 July 2025 all parents and carers will also be invited to an information meeting where they will receive a talk by the Principal.  On completion of the talk students will be dismissed with Parents and Carers at 2:30pm.

Uniform pop-up shop

On Wednesday 9th July 2025 there will be a pop-up uniform shop on site at Harris Academy Peckham from 4pm to 6pm.

Parents and Carers

Please see our special section for parents and carers, which will hopefully provide you with information about uniform and other useful tips to help you and your son / daughter make a successful transition to HAP.

Click here to go to our page for parents and carers.

Summer reading list

Click here to see your summer reading list [link coming soon].

Watch a video introduction from Ms Bergin

 

 

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