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01/07/25

We’re proud to share the highlights from our Outstanding Ofsted event! Dive into the celebration, achievements, and reflections that made it so special. Find them here: https://t.co/OYzfAGm7eK

30/06/25

Garden Project Update! Our students have been digging in — planting, planning, and watching their hard work grow. A brilliant blend of learning and nature! pic.twitter.com/NlEIQ1ojt1

30/06/25

KS3 DT in action! Creativity, precision, and passion on display — future designers in the making! pic.twitter.com/5xbCKli6gm

29/06/25

Your presence and encouragement mean the world to us and our students https://t.co/rHh26kxBZj

28/06/25

Thank you Stephen. We hope to see you soon at HAP. https://t.co/EPiRglJdW8

28/06/25

Fascinating to hear about our Outstanding history https://t.co/TYVzqidyvj

28/06/25

We were delighted to welcome to our event—thank you for your time, encouragement, and continued support for our young people and their futures. Your presence meant a great deal to our community! https://t.co/yhL8SDw2SU

28/06/25

🏅 What a joy it was to host sports day! A brilliant display of energy, teamwork, and sunshine-filled smiles. pic.twitter.com/8W0S0khqPc

27/06/25

An Outstanding Academy deserves nothing less than an Outstanding cake. pic.twitter.com/G9zpnzOpJ5

27/06/25

Outstanding students for an Outstanding Ofsted! Proud doesn’t begin to cover it — their hard work and spirit truly shine through. pic.twitter.com/qc98oactLQ

27/06/25

Harris Federation Named Trust of the Year at TES Schools Awards - Harris Highlights - Harris Federation... https://t.co/AuD4PU4TXK

27/06/25

At their celebration assembly, the air was electric – a performance bursting with poetry, drama and music. Students and staff lit up the room, and it was a joy to be around. pic.twitter.com/CVK6nVvw5I

27/06/25

Proud CEO moment! Watching former students thrive in their careers is the ultimate reward. Their success is a testament to the power of education, mentorship, and resilience. Here's to the future leaders who started with us! pic.twitter.com/q6KtRsEiqZ

24/06/25

A heartfelt farewell to our amazing Chair of Governors. Your leadership, wisdom, and support have meant the world to us. You’ll be truly missed — thank you for everything! 💐 pic.twitter.com/xx3pfmPvjI

23/06/25

Do you want to shape the future of Peckham Square? Come to our event at Peckham Square on Wednesday 25th June 5-7pm, The event will include a tour of the square and a panel discussion focusing on engaging young people in shaping Peckham Square's future. https://t.co/3jp5B3Nkmq

19/06/25

Premises Officer with in Info/Apply: https://t.co/xSe4GiPvlo#FacilitiesJobs pic.twitter.com/xDL6ggH84O

19/06/25

The Academy garden project is up and running! Huge thanks to the students who are helping to bring this green dream to life. If you would like to donate some plants please get in touch. Let’s grow together! 🌼 🍅#SchoolGarden pic.twitter.com/Mgktv4uFgJ

19/06/25

This weekend we’ll be celebrating our High Streets on Bellenden Road, in Peckham. All ages are invited to enjoy a day filled with children's games, live music, cycling activities, food and much more. #HighStreetsforPeoplehttps://t.co/EPjJoZ0q2r pic.twitter.com/IGJuZwOkik

18/06/25

There’s something special about the quiet hum of a library filled with students. Today, we celebrate the students who make the most of this space—not just as a study zone, but as a hub for collaboration, creativity, and personal growth. pic.twitter.com/sq0wJjG5wy

17/06/25

This Saturday, Join us to celebrate our High Streets on Bellenden Road, Peckham on 21 June, 11am to 4pm. There’ll be children’s games, music, cycling activities and much more. Learn more in the comments below #HighStreetsforPeoplehttps://t.co/2B5URVXp3l pic.twitter.com/16ZJom1LG2

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SEN & Disabilities

All students have the right to achieve their maximum academic and social potential.

At the Academy we believe that all students have learning differences rather than learning difficulties and it is our policy to identify and assess these differences and ensure that learning is supported and differentiated to ensure outstanding progress is made by all students.

We offer a range of support to develop teachers' expertise and additional support within the classroom. This includes drop-in sessions, in-class training and observations from the SENCO, as well as specialist advice/input within the classroom. We also have a learning resource base in the Academy where students can access specialist intervention as appropriate.

At the bottom of this page you will find detailed provision maps of what Peckham Academy can currently offer for your child, depending on their needs and the support they require. If you have any additional questions, concerns or worries, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the SEND team.

The SENCO is Ms Clare McCurdy c.mccurdy@harrispeckham.org.uk

SEN link at the local authority is Mr Apo Cagirici, Schools Safeguarding Coordinator, Southwark Council a.cagirici@southwark.gov.uk

Information on the Local Authority’s Local Offer can be found at: https://localoffer.southwark.gov.uk/


Students with SEND

Harris Academy Peckham is committed to providing an appropriate and high quality education for all children. We believe that all children, including those identified as having Special Educational Needs as well as every other student, have a common entitlement to a broad and balanced academic and social curriculum. This curriculum should be accessible to them, and they will be fully included in all aspects of Academy life.

We recognise that students learn at different rates and that there are many factors affecting achievement, including ability, emotional state, age and maturity. We are particularly aware of the needs of our students, for whom maturity is a crucial factor in terms of readiness to learn.

We believe that many students, at some time in their Academy career, may experience difficulties which affect their learning, and we recognise that these may be long or short term. At the Academy we aim to identify these needs as they arise and provide teaching and learning contexts which enable every child to achieve to his or her full potential.

At Harris Academy Peckham, we support the principles of the New Code of Practice and as such all teachers throughout the Academy take responsibility for meeting the needs of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

It is also worth noting that from 1st September 2014, there are some changes to SEN legislation, following the Children’s and Families Act 2014. A summary of key changes are below, but please visit the link at the bottom of the page for further information.


The SEN Code of Practice key changes

The Code of Practice (2014) covers the 0-25 age range and includes guidance relating to disabled children and young people as well as those with SEN.

  • There is a clearer focus on the participation of children and young people and parents in decision-making at individual and strategic levels
  • There is a stronger focus on high aspirations and on improving outcomes for children and young people
  • It includes guidance on the joint planning and commissioning of services to ensure close co-operation between education, health and social care
  • It includes guidance on publishing a Local Offer of support for children and young people with SEN or disabilities
  •  For children and young people with more complex needs a co-ordinated assessment process and the new 0-25 Education, Health and Care plan (EHC plan) replace statements and Learning Difficulty Assessments (LDAs)
  • There is a greater focus on support that enables those with SEN to succeed in their education and make a successful transition to adulthood

To see the new SEN Code of Guidance 2014, please visit:

https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/325875/SEND-Code_of_Practice-June2014.pdf

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