Harris Academy Wimbledon
91%
Capacity
1,045
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Harris Academy Wimbledon
Harris Academy Wimbledon sits in the London borough of Merton, where it ranks 6th out of 8 secondary schools by Progress 8 score. That puts it in the top quarter of schools nationally, though it is outpaced by three strong local peers: Ursuline High School Wimbledon, Wimbledon College, and Rutlish School. The school is one of five in the borough rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and its nearest Outstanding neighbour, Rutlish School, is just 1.5 km away. With 1,045 pupils on roll and a capacity of 1,150, the school is popular but not yet at full capacity. Oversubscription is high: for 2025/26 entry, there were 975 applications for 184 places, with 186 first-preference applications and 132 first-preference offers. The school’s headteacher, Joanne Larizadeh, leads a mixed, non-religious secondary that also operates a sixth form.
Academically, Harris Academy Wimbledon delivers well above average outcomes. Its Progress 8 score of 0.62 is very close to the Merton local authority average of 0.63, and the school’s Progress 8 banding is classified as well above average nationally. Attainment 8 sits at 50.9, and 69.7% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths. The EBacc average point score is 4.98, with 86.3% of pupils entering the EBacc combination of subjects. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in January 2023, the school received Outstanding ratings across every category: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The inspection report noted no previous graded inspection, so this was the school’s first full inspection under the current framework.
The school offers a broad range of facilities including tennis courts, a swimming pool, playing fields, a gymnasium, music rooms, an ICT suite, and a dedicated sixth form centre. Sports provision covers rugby, gymnastics, cricket, rounders, cross country, basketball, tennis, athletics, and dance. There are also numerous clubs such as Film Club, Model UN, Eco Club, Young Enterprise, Debate, Coding, Gardening, Art Club, and Science Club. SEND support is available for pupils with specific learning difficulties including dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language needs, hearing impairment, and social, emotional and mental health needs. With 39.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. It is a strong fit for families who want a high-performing, oversubscribed state secondary with a sixth form and a wide extracurricular offer, particularly those who value strong Progress 8 results and an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 59 High Path, London, Merton, SW19 2JY |
| Headteacher | Joanne Larizadeh |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 1,045 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,045 / 1,150 (91% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.62)
355th of 3,141
Nationally
131st of 487
In London
6th of 8
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed184
975
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
186 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Above the national average (25%) — higher-disadvantage intake.
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- White (other)24.8%
- Asian20.4%
- White British20.3%
- Mixed13.2%
- Black1.6%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
19
Total schools
18
Oversubscribed
17
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harris Academy Wimbledon
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
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
59 High Path, London
Merton, SW19 2JY
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