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An extremely warm welcome to The Harris Academy Rainham website. I hope that the website provides you with the information that you require and gives you a flavour of what our academy is about. Harris Academy Rainham is a great place to be.

Mr. G Stananought - Principal

15 October 2024HarrisRainhamI am thrilled to announce that Jason F in 7Thomas has so far collected the most BBB points in his year group and is currently 2 points off of being awarded the most in the school! Jason has consistently been rewarded for his confident, curious, and informed nature, making him a shining example for his peers. His dedication to learning and positive attitude are truly inspiring. Congratulations, Jason! - Mr Ward, Head of Year 7

10 October 2024HarrisRainhamLast week our GCSE Drama and Music students, along with our Sixth Form Drama electives, went to see Tina The Musical at the Aldwych theatre in London. This included a pre show workshop that gave students an insight into the opportunities and careers in the theatre industry. This included lighting, sound, stage management, costume and sound. It was Simply the Best day!

10 October 2024HarrisRainhamOn Tuesday evening, 26 volunteers from a diverse range of careers joined us to share their career journeys and insights into their current roles with our students. Their stories, experiences, and advice were invaluable in informing and guiding our students as they begin to explore potential career paths. By offering first-hand perspectives on different industries and professions, the volunteers provided our students with both inspiration and practical knowledge, helping them to better understand the opportunities that lie ahead as they plan for their future. Students expressed that they felt more motivated and inspired to pursue their career goals. Thank you to all of our volunteers for supporting the careers education of our students. Mrs Kears - Assistant Principal

9 October 2024HarrisRainhamThis week, I would like to shout out Amna D in 7Dharmani. Amna has been consistently kind towards both teachers and her peers throughout her brief time at HAR, but she already embodies our school's values wholeheartedly. Congratulations Amna, for your unparalleled kindness and generosity. - Mr Ward

9 October 2024HarrisRainhamMessage from the Head of Year 9: Today I am so proud to be highlighting Safat C in 9HADDOW for excellent work in History. Miss K Harrison said the response he produced about the impact of the British Empire on India was amazing, one of the best she had seen! We are so proud of your hard work Safat, keep it up! Miss Hill

7 October 2024HarrisRainhamHere at HAR we acknowledge regular school attendance is an importance part of giving students the possible start in life. In Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 all of our students who attend school every day are entered into a draw every 2 weeks. We are pleased to announce the winners of the students below who have been entered into are: Nikita 7WHITE Jay 8ELHADDAD Karah 9RANU Kerys 10DEBRUIN Jayden 11JONES Congratulations to them all. Remember YOU HAVE TO BE IN TO WIN!! Ms Brown/Mr Whitehead

4 October 2024HarrisRainhamHuge congratulations to Natan S. on becoming the very first winner of our Principal's Praise award! Natan has consistently demonstrated exceptional behaviour, academic achievement, and a positive attitude that really makes students and staff alike feel like they belong at HAR. We're incredibly proud of Natan's accomplishments and can't wait to see what he achieves in the future!

4 October 2024HarrisRainhamWhat a fantastic week at Proud! It was heartwarming to see well over 50 of our proud students sharing their amazing work with their Heads of Year. The enthusiasm and dedication on display has been inspiring, and we're so proud of everything they've accomplished!

4 October 2024HarrisRainhamThis week, we were thrilled to welcome back two alumni—Manelle from Harris Rainham and Leanne from Harris Riverside—who led inspiring assemblies for our Year 10 and Year 11 students. Both Manelle and Leanne shared their personal journeys from their time at Harris to their acceptance into Oxford University, where they will begin their undergraduate degrees this September. Their stories of dedication, resilience, and ambition reminded our students that with hard work, determination and belief in themselves, they too can achieve incredible goals. We are so grateful to Manelle and Leanne for returning to inspire the next generation of students and for showing our students that they can aspire to great things. Thanks - Mrs Kears - Assistant Principal

4 October 2024HarrisRainhamYear 11 Friday shout out- I am very lucky and proud this week to announce our Year 11 student leadership team. Head Pupils; Layla M-M and Richie N Deputy head pupils; George H, Ronnie T, Ameerah, and Harleen Year 11 Ambassadors; Ava B, Olivia W and Emmanuel B - Student experience Ria B - Cultural Ambassador Humayd - Eco/Charity Ambassador All the students went through two rounds of interviews with the senior staff and Principal and all come across really well providing some feedback on many of the schools positive attributes and some areas they feel they could develop further. I cant wait to the see the positive impact they will make across the whole school and be role models to all our students. Well done all and BBB points have been awarded. Mr Bridges - Assistant Principal

3 October 2024HarrisRainhamToday I’d like to recognise Aine Sinead in 10Monk. Aine, you have made a good start to year 10 so far! Consciously making good decisions and supporting other to make them too. Ms Haddow said you have been exceptional in your food lessons making some ‘first class tarts’ last week. I am very proud of you. Keep persevering and working hard. Well done +BBB points for Resilience - Miss Koyas Head of year 10 P.S. thanks again to Ms Haddow for the fab video of the year 10 GCSE food class!

2 October 2024HarrisRainhamMessage from the Head of Year 9: Today I'd like to recognise Aimee-Leigh S in 9COHEN for her outstanding achievements so far this year. Aimee-Leigh is a helpful, kind and hard-working member of our year group and was one of many amazing students who helped show prospective parents around the school last night during our Y6 open evening. Aimee-Leigh did a fantastic job, giving great tours and showing everyone how wonderful HAR really is! Well done Aimee-Leigh, I'm so very proud of you! Miss Hill

30 September 2024HarrisRainhamA message from the Head of Year 7: This week I would like to shout out Adyan in 7Dharmani. Adyan is a fantastic student who demonstrates the core values that we encourage our students to display, and managed to collect the most BBB points last week of any year 7 student! Adyan's teachers were especially keen to reward his ambitious and curious nature. Well done, Adyan! - Mr Ward

29 September 2024Empowering Students to Make Positive Life ChoicesThis week, we were pleased to welcome Paul Hannaford to the academy, where he delivered impactful assemblies to all year groups. Paul shared his personal experiences to educate students on the dangers of addiction, drugs, alcohol, and the consequences of gang involvement and knife crime. His powerful and engaging message resonated with students, providing real-life insights into the risks and challenges they may face. These assemblies are an integral part of our PSHE curriculum, aimed at equipping our students with the knowledge and understanding to make informed, positive life choices. Here’s what some of our students had to say about the experience: "The assembly was excellent and really showed the dangers and consequences of drugs and crime." "The assembly was so powerful because it was delivered by someone who had personal experience and is from the local community." "It was such a good assembly; it really made us think about the dangers." "It was so interesting and helped me better understand the dangers." “His talk was so interesting and real. It really made me think about the true effects of drugs” We are proud to offer such meaningful opportunities to educate our students, encouraging them to reflect and make positive decisions for their future. Thank you, Paul, for providing our students with this excellent educational experience.

27 September 2024Talk the Talk - Year 7 Transition WorkshopTalk About Transition engages students using oracy based activities and strategies to develop greater self-confidence and resilience to support a successful transition from primary to secondary school. On Tuesday 24th September, our Year 7 students took part in transition workshops led by Talk the Talk. Through engaging oracy-based activities, students developed greater self-confidence and resilience to help them successfully transition from primary school to life at HAR. During the workshops, students reflected on their recent transition, set personal goals for the year ahead, and even practised speaking in front of their peers’ multiple times. During the workshop students: Created an individual transition profile Talked about how they felt when starting their new school Interviewed a new peer and then introduced their partner to their peers with a structured talk Identified what they saw as the opportunities and challenges facing them in HAR Worked within small groups to present a structured talk about these opportunities and challenges and suggest the means to embrace and overcome them Identified their goals for the coming year in their new school and presented a structured talk to their peers about them

27 September 2024Alumni Inspire Students with Oxford University JourneyWe were pleased to welcome two Harris alumni, Manelle from Harris Rainham and Leanne from Harris Riverside, to Harris Academy Rainham this week. They returned to lead inspiring assemblies for our Year 10 and Year 11 students. Both Manelle and Leanne shared their personal stories of perseverance, dedication, and ambition that took them from Harris Academies to being accepted into Oxford University, where they will begin their undergraduate studies this September. Their journeys highlighted the importance of setting ambitious goals, working hard, and believing in your own potential. The assemblies not only inspired our younger students to aim high but also provided practical insights into what it takes to apply and succeed at top-tier institutions like Oxford and Cambridge. Manelle and Leanne spoke about the academic standards, personal qualities, and preparation required for Oxbridge universities, giving our students invaluable advice on how to start preparing now. Year 11 workshop In addition to the assemblies, Manelle and Leanne led a special workshop for a group of Year 11 students who aspire to attend Russell Group universities, or even Oxford or Cambridge themselves. The workshop offered a more in-depth discussion on the application process, personal statements, and how to stand out as a candidate for these prestigious universities. Some of the questions students asked include: ‘How did you prepare for the interviews?’ ‘What revision techniques have you found most effective to help you be successful?’ ‘How do Oxford and Cambridge differ?’ ‘Do Oxford favour certain A-level subjects for specific course and in general?’ ‘What advice would you like to have been told when you were in Y11?’ ‘Are work placements important on your personal statement?’ ‘Do you have to do a law degree to become a lawyer?’ ‘Did you find Sixth Form College more intense than school?’ Feedback from both the assembly and the workshop has been overwhelmingly positive. Students expressed that they feel more informed, inspired, and better prepared to pursue higher education, including applying to prestigious institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, and other top universities. We are incredibly grateful to Manelle and Leanne for taking the time to return and share their experiences with our students. Their success serves as a powerful reminder that with determination and hard work, anything is possible. We hope their stories inspire the next generation of Harris students to believe they can become by pursuing their goals with confidence.

27 September 2024HarrisRainhamThis week, our amazing students showcased their incredible work and received well-deserved recognition from their heads of year during Proud Thursday. It was heart-warming to see their pride and excitement as they shared their classroom achievements with us! Thank you to all the students who came to celebrate themselves at Proud Thursday. We're so proud of everything you've accomplished!

27 September 2024HarrisRainhamThis week, we were pleased to welcome Paul Hannaford to the academy, where he delivered powerful assemblies to all year groups. Paul shared his personal experiences to educate students on the dangers of addiction, drugs, alcohol, and the consequences of gang involvement and knife crime. His impactful message, as part of our PSHE curriculum, resonated deeply with students, providing real-life insights to help them make informed, positive life choices. Student feedback was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the lasting impact of his visit. Thank you, Paul, for providing our students with this excellent educational experience.

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