Harris Academy Clapham
91%
Capacity
891
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Harris Academy Clapham
Harris Academy Clapham is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Lambeth community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 891 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 975 places).
Ofsted has rated Harris Academy Clapham "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Astin, it falls under Lambeth local authority.
Harris Academy Clapham is a popular choice with families — it received 416 applications for 160 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 101 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harris Academy Clapham include Sixth Form Centre, Art Studios, Science Labs, Playing Fields, Astro Turf, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rugby, Netball and 4 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Model UN, Orchestra, Choir and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.3%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Lambeth, Harris Academy Clapham is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Clarence Avenue, 33 Clarence Avenue, Clapham, London, Lambeth, SW4 8LD |
| Headteacher | David Astin |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Number of Pupils | 891 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.3% |
| School Capacity | 891 / 975 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed160
416
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
101 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clarence Avenue, 33 Clarence Avenue, Clapham, London
Lambeth, SW4 8LD
Clarence Avenue, 33 Clarence Avenue, Clapham, London
Lambeth, SW4 8LD
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