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17/10/25

We hope you enjoy our new Insight Magazine! Wishing the HAP community a happy half term. https://t.co/iLyrK8f1XF

16/10/25

Spotlight on our basketball enrichment club! pic.twitter.com/nDCGl41OfE

16/10/25

Some amazing moments from our Year 7 residential trip! pic.twitter.com/z5YI4LsCBi

16/10/25

See our Academy in action!#proudtobepeckham pic.twitter.com/MznPI5AKJZ

16/10/25

Focused faces and furrowed brows as students tackle the Year 7 Harris Federation Maths Challenge.#MathsChallenge pic.twitter.com/EDH6F1T0CJ

15/10/25

At HAP, we celebrate Black History all year round — not just in October! Here are just a few of the powerful and inspiring titles available in our library. pic.twitter.com/tBGAP5omzx

15/10/25

Games Club and Chess Club are just two of the exciting enrichment activities students can enjoy in the library! pic.twitter.com/6SYaHMiFuI

15/10/25

Discover new Modern Foreign Languages books in our library — say bonjour, hola & 你好 to your next great read! pic.twitter.com/TE2dCGMEka

13/10/25

📚 Celebrate Black History Month at Dulwich Library! Discover an inspiring collection of books by Black authors that deserve a spot on your reading list. Looking for BHM events? We've got you covered 👇 Explore what's happening across Southwark: https://t.co/waVd24aSTF pic.twitter.com/HFrDzU5oaD

13/10/25

Due to popular demand, we’re adding another Open Morning! Join us on Friday 17 October at 9:15am. Don’t miss your chance to see what makes our Academy special. pic.twitter.com/WcRpRm8fp8

10/10/25

Absolutely fantastic that a composition written by one of our Year 10 GCSE Music students is getting airtime on – we can’t wait to hear what they come up with next! pic.twitter.com/iHFgwOeMls

09/10/25

Academy orchestra enrichment is where passion meets performance! From first notes to final bows, our young musicians are growing in confidence, skill and harmony. pic.twitter.com/lax2u4aI0g

09/10/25

Football enrichment on our fantastic MUGA pitch! ⚽ Students showing skill, teamwork, and passion for the game. pic.twitter.com/2AFC6bsIYP

08/10/25

Our STEM Club students took innovation to the next level today—building their own robots! 🤖 pic.twitter.com/v5LUpMuteM

07/10/25

More glorious bounty from the HAP garden! We’re celebrating another round of vibrant, homegrown tomatoes fresh from soil to soul.#HAPgarden pic.twitter.com/ihAigQcVn2

07/10/25

📣 Applications for Initial Teacher Training are officially open! Today marks the start of a new recruitment year for future teachers - the next generation of classroom leaders, role models and changemakers. By next September, trainees will be in classrooms inspiring young minds… pic.twitter.com/f71BhrPBj3

06/10/25

🚀 New professional development opportunity! Join the Level 5 Coaching Professional Apprenticeship, a 15-month programme to build coaching & leadership skills. 👉 More info: https://t.co/2o1T09MLMr 📝 Apply: https://t.co/oyVaFYz1h9#HarrisFederation pic.twitter.com/TXzb56bQWV

06/10/25

Only 2 Open Mornings left! No booking needed — just come along and see what makes our Academy special. We can't wait to welcome you! pic.twitter.com/BhB93SVf8B

03/10/25

Welcome to the English Department at Harris Academy Peckham, ready to welcome families and showcase the power of language, literature, and learning. pic.twitter.com/gV4gnEX3Zb

03/10/25

Look at our wonderful Humanities department in action at Open Evening! 🌍📷So much passion, creativity, and curiosity on display — we loved sharing what we do with you all! pic.twitter.com/M012VU6f7y

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All Academies in our Federation aim to transform the lives of the students they serve by bringing about rapid improvement in examination results, personal development and aspiration.

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Personal Development Overview

At Harris Academy Peckham, we believe that personal development is as crucial as academic success. Our commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals is reflected in our personal development curriculum, which is designed to equip students with the skills, values, and mindset needed to thrive in the modern world.

We ensure that every student is given the opportunity to grow both inside and outside the classroom. At Harris Academy Peckham we do this by focusing on:

  • Character Education: Building strong moral and ethical values through topics within our PSHE and RSHE curriculum.
  • Social Skills: Fostering effective communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities through our extensive enrichment offer.
  • Emotional Well-being: Promoting mental health awareness and resilience through our personal development curriculum and pastoral structure.
  • Cultural Awareness: Encouraging appreciation and respect for diversity and inclusivity, through our assemblies, tutor programme and LEAP Days.
  • Physical Health: Emphasising the importance of physical fitness and healthy lifestyles through our extensive physical education curriculum and enrichment offer.

Our Personal Development Policy can be downloaded from the Teaching and Learning page.

Programmes and activities

We offer a wide range of programmes and activities to support personal development, including:

  • Mentorship and Guidance: Personalised guidance and support from experienced mentors to help our students navigate their academic and personal lives.
  • Enrichment Activities: A variety of clubs spanning across STEM, art and musical theatre, sports, and journalism that allow students to explore their interests and talents.
  • Workshops and Visitors: Planned workshops and visits on topics such as mental health, career planning, post +16 qualifications and leadership skills.
  • Student Leadership Opportunities: Platforms for students to take on leadership roles and make meaningful contributions to the school community.

Support systems

To ensure that every student receives the support they need, we provide:

  • Counselling Services: Access to professional counsellors for emotional and psychological support.
  • Peer Support Groups: Encouraging peer-to-peer support through structured group activities and interventions.
  • Parental Involvement: Engaging parents in the personal development journey of their children through communication and involvement in school events.

Ultimately, our vision for personal development at Harris Academy Peckham is to empower students to become confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals who are prepared to succeed in all aspects of life. We strive to create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and motivated to achieve their full potential.

The Personal Development team

The Personal Development team at Harris Academy Peckham are:

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