Harrow High School
121%
Capacity
1,013
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Harrow High School
Harrow High School is a co-educational boarding secondary school in Harrow, London, catering to pupils aged 11 to 18. The school has 1,013 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 837 places).
Ofsted has rated Harrow High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Gamble, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, Attainment 8 is developing at 27.8. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of A.
Harrow High School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 5 parents).
On-site facilities at Harrow High School include Music Rooms, Tennis Courts, Astro Turf, Theatre, Library, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Martial Arts, Cricket, Football and 4 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Book Club, Gardening and 6 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Harrow, Harrow High School 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 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gayton Road, Harrow, Harrow, HA1 2JG |
| Headteacher | Paul Gamble |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 1,013 |
| School Capacity | 1,013 / 837 (121% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Boarding | Yes — Boarding school |
GCSE Results
2023/24Attainment 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.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
51.1
'22/23
49.2
'23/24
49.1
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
SEN Pupil Breakdown
0
With EHC Plan
220
SEN Support
21.7% of pupils receive SEN 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
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harrow High School
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
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Gayton Road, Harrow
Harrow, HA1 2JG
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