Harris Academy St John's Wood
About Harris Academy St John's Wood
Harris Academy St John's Wood sits right on the Westminster average for Progress 8, scoring 0.53 against the local authority's 0.51, but that headline figure masks some striking detail. The school's overall Progress 8 banding is 'Well above average' nationally, and it ranks 6th out of 11 state secondaries in Westminster, placing it in the top 25% of schools across England. Where it really pulls ahead is in maths, with a Progress 8 score of 0.77, and in the EBacc subjects, where it achieves 0.68. English comes in at a solid 0.60. The Attainment 8 score of 51 and an EBacc average point score of 4.83 are respectable, though the school's real strength appears to be in how much progress pupils make once they arrive, rather than their starting points. With 60.1% of pupils eligible for free school meals, this is a school that is demonstrably adding value for a cohort with significant disadvantage.
Key Details
The full report on this school
What 220 parents told Ofsted, the inspection in plain English, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Latest monitoring visit (5 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harris Academy St John's Wood
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications