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18/03/24

It is with great pleasure that we can announce that our Science Technician, Rudolf Van Koningsveld, has been awarded The Registered Science Technician Award (RSciTech), a registered mark recognising excellence for technicians working in science education! pic.twitter.com/v7kYxDhU4E

18/03/24

Year 11 students dazzled the examiner with their recent GCSE Component 2 performances, worth 20% of their overall grade.Performing two gripping extracts from 'Starlight Express', the students showcased months of hard work and dedication, leaving the examiner in awe. pic.twitter.com/eAc3eRjgae

18/03/24

Principal's Breakfast on Friday celebrated ten students nominated for 'doing the right thing all the time' this week by their teachers. Each week the winners receive a free breakfast, gift voucher and certificate pic.twitter.com/vfyD3TDyLS

21/02/24

🎉Congratulations to both and on maintaining their Outstanding Ofsted judgments following recent inspections!Read more about their success here:https://t.co/cXhlAIPOFJ

21/02/24

🎉Congratulations to both and on maintaining their Outstanding Ofsted judgments following recent inspections!Read more about their success here:https://t.co/cXhlAIPOFJ

21/02/24

Very happy to be featured in this week along with following both our Ofsted 'Outstanding' ratings. We're incredibly proud of our staff and students and it's lovely to have our success celebrated! https://t.co/UMwA7yMjcG

20/02/24

Year 12 and 13 students were treated to a talk about economics (and careers) by Chief Economist Peter Arnold . "Peter's talk has encouraged me to pursue a career in economics," said Imran. "I look forward to learning more about the macroeconomic policies in my course." pic.twitter.com/y6KPjVpk7K

15/02/24

We had fun last week celebrating our recent Ofsted 'Outstanding' Award with students. We were very proud of the way our students conducted themselves during the visit. They were a true credit to themselves, our Academy and their families. https://t.co/Frz4TrGe5f pic.twitter.com/S27e95IBt4

13/02/24

Get your tickets for our latest school production, Bugsy Malone, 13th and 14th March 2024. Tickets available on ParentPay from 19th February. Don't miss! pic.twitter.com/mfp6r7W1xP

13/02/24

We are thrilled to announce that our student, Sebastian, has emerged as the winner in the Southwark Regional Final of Jack Petchey's Speak Out Challenge. A compelling and persuasive performance indeed! https://t.co/iJGSNARJai pic.twitter.com/lrwpFhyoyL

06/02/24

Our Art Prefects have had their second workshop with ceramicist Marie Tricaud. Students fired their ceramics in the kiln and applied coloured glaze. We experimented with colour and different painting techniques, finishing with beautiful results https://t.co/UyUjtBhnU3 pic.twitter.com/hALsSeg85L

01/02/24

Younes, Lawrence, Artur and Chowdhury competed in the Year 7 Spelling Bee earlier this week, taking on challenging words such as onomatopoeia, armageddon, connoisseur, fluorescent, leprechaun, garrulous and haemorrhage. A superb effort from our team! pic.twitter.com/f3onldp091

29/01/24

Urban Plan delivered a great urban development workshop today. Year 10 students were split into five 'development companies' and had to show industry professionals why their team should gain the opportunity to develop a new town centre. https://t.co/DyBJtLqfuN pic.twitter.com/mT1G2GLMOO

29/01/24

On Friday we held a special rewards breakfast for all the boys who helped with our Winter Showcase music concert at the end of last term.It was the largest amount of students we have had in one concert, so well done everyone. Our next event is Bugsy Malone in March! pic.twitter.com/QmVbi8qwuT

25/01/24

Our debating team made waves at the recent competition held at Sydenham High. Twelve of our best debaters rose to the occasion, demonstrating their eloquence and critical thinking. Judges praised their poise and respectful engagement with their opponents. Well done boys! pic.twitter.com/UIXm2Ec43h

09/01/24

Ofsted have again found our academy to be 'Outstanding'. A huge thank you to our excellent team of staff who work tirelessly to provide our students with the very best learning opportunities. Thank you so much😃. Read more https://t.co/vOQdNotx7K pic.twitter.com/XU2Hy4Cj6E

14/12/23

Our Chess Club enjoy a friendly tournament with six keen players from . The event was held in the school library, where 15 players competed in a series of matches. Great sportsmanship and camaraderie. Watch out for a Chess Competition! pic.twitter.com/5y6mJlKqMs

12/12/23

We were delighted to welcome our sponsor, Lord Harris, to Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich last week. It was inspirational for many of the students to meet Lord Harris and hear his passion and enthusiasm for our academy. pic.twitter.com/94SSlYjWhh

07/12/23

Sixth formers attend a PwC graduate scheme event for Black students recently, organised in collaboration with . The event catered to Black A-level students in years 12-13 aspiring to attend top-tier universities. Read more https://t.co/a0uJVg5o3G pic.twitter.com/HF5orb2Fto

30/11/23

Felix, Year 10, reports on our Student Council's visit to a Neurodiversity Conference hosted by Southwark Schools Learning Partnership . Read Felix's report at https://t.co/RCcraxXdUi pic.twitter.com/5m1M6rwZP7

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Careers & Enterprise

Careers education is about inspiration and aspiration as much as advice.

The world has changed greatly in the last 20 years with many people working in jobs today that simply didn’t exist when their parents left education. The idea of a ‘job for life’ has disappeared. What’s important is to recognise these exciting new opportunities that are available and to gain the knowledge, skills and expertise that will enable you to work in those areas.

Read the latest careers news from Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich.

The Gatsby benchmarks are at the heart of the careers programme at Harris Boys’ Academy East Dulwich. These are eight benchmarks covering different areas of quality career curriculum (see below).

Our lead person for careers at Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich is James Allison, j.allison@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk, tel 020 8299 5300. Download our Personal Development (Careers Education Guidance, Enterprise) Policy from our Teaching and Learning page.


Virtual work experience opportunities

Speakers for schools logo verticalWork experience is what will make you stand out from the crowd and will help you land your dream career. It can help to build you CV and helping you discover which career could be right for you.

Click on the links below for some fantastic virtual work experience opportunities:

Please speak to Mr Allison, Mr Zaman or the 6th Form pastoral team if you want to find out more about any of these opportunities. 

Pupils receive extensive preparation for their future, through meaningful opportunities to work with employers and to visit schools, colleges and universities." Ofsted, November 2023


Future Pathways

We make sure all students can access careers information so they can make informed decisions about their future pathways.

All students in years 11 and 13 will receive an annual appointment with our Careers Advisor but any student at the Academy can request an appointment by contacting Mr Allison J.Allison@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk.

All students at the Academy also have a Unifrog account which allows them to access labour market information, create post-16 and post-18 destinations short-lists and access their personal careers records.

Year 10 options

During Year 9, students will have the opportunity to select their options from our broad and balanced curriculum to continue their education with us. However, there are other options available that students may wish to consider. Options locally include Mulberry UTC and The Brit School. See the table below for more information.

Post-16 options

You can leave school on the last Friday in June if you'll be 16 by the end of the summer holidays. You must then do one of the following:

  • stay in full-time education, for example at school, sixth form college or further education college
  • start an apprenticeship or traineeship
  • spend 20 hours or more a week working or volunteering while also doing part-time education or training

Please see here for more information https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/career-choices-at-16

Post-18 options

There are a lot of options to choose from at 18. What’s right for you will depend on your situation and the career or job you have in mind. Please see here for more information https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/career-choices-at-18

Future Pathways table

Courses available

Name of institution

Web Address

Open Mornings/Evenings

OFSTED Report

Post-16

Southbank UTC

https://www.southbank-utc.co.uk/ 

See website for more details 

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/142905 

Year 10 Options and Post-16

The Brit School

https://www.brit.croydon.sch.uk/

See website for more details 

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/101849

Year 10 Options and Post-16

Mulberry UTC

http://mulberryutc.org/

See website for more details 

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/144756

Post-16

Harris Professional Skills

https://www.harrisps6f.org.uk/

See website for more details 

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/46/145197

Post-16 and post-18

Southwark College

https://www.southwark.ac.uk/ 

See website for more details 

https://www.southwark.ac.uk/about-us/ofsted-reports

Post-16 and post-18

Lewisham College

https://www.lewisham.ac.uk/ 

See website for more details 

https://www.lewisham.ac.uk/about-us/ofsted-reports

Post-16 and post-18

London South East Colleges (LSEC)

https://www.lsec.ac.uk/ 

See website for more details 

https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/31/130430

Post-16 and post-18

Apprenticeships- Various

https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship 

NA

NA

Post-18

Higher Education- Various

https://www.ucas.com/ 

NA

NA

Click HERE to download our Year 11 Higher Education programme booklet


Download our guide to Unifrog

Unifrog is a careers platform where you can easily explore your interests, then find and successfully apply for your best next step after school.

Download our Guide to Unifrog, including how to log in and an introduction to how it works. Unifrog will help you to explore your key interests and what career paths you can take to reach your goals. Sign in to Unifrog at www.unifrog.org/sign-in.


Gatsby 1 - A stable careers programme

We are committed to providing a varied programme of activities for all students from Year 7 to 13 and beyond. Various careers-related opportunities are provided via a number of different methods such as assemblies, tutor time programme, theme days, careers interviews, career-based interest guides and websites, trips to employers and universities, and visiting speakers.

Our students also benefit from attending careers fairs, having direct support with university/sixth form applications, student finance, CV advice, and we offer particular support for DSEN students. The focus is to provide activities and events that meet the needs of the individual students and thus will incorporate independent and impartial careers guidance to support career and option choices, raising the aspirations of individual students and equipping them with the necessary skills, attitudes, knowledge and understanding.

Harris Boys' Academy utilises the expertise of the Harris Federation Careers Advisor who works in the Academy in G.34 each Monday and supports students on a regular basis either during drop in sessions as well as for booked appointments. These sessions can be either 1-2-1, or completed in a group.

We evaluate the impact of our careers programme through the use of student and parent voice alongside feedback from key stakeholders such as The Careers and Enterprise Company, Investors in Careers and the Harris Federation Careers Team.  Through our commitment to achieving the Quality in Careers Standard, we are constantly evaluating the impact of our careers programme in order to achieve the best outcomes for our students.

We also recognise that parents/carers come from many different work backgrounds and can also contribute to helping our students make informed decisions. Therefore, if you are able to offer some time to deliver an occupational talk, host a stand at our annual careers fair, or are able to take a student for a work experience placement we would really welcome you contacting us at info@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk.

Provider Access Policy. This policy statement sets out the school’s arrangements for managing the access of providers to pupils at the school for the purpose of giving them information about the provider’s education or training offer. This complies with the school’s legal obligations under Section 42B of the Education Act 1997. The Provider Access Policy can be downloaded from the Teaching & Learning page.

In line with the Baker clause, our academy gives students access to other FE colleges and training providers from years 8-13 to discuss non-academic routes that are available; this includes main Harris Federation events like Next Steps, where colleges and training providers are encouraged to attend, as well as academy initiatives guided by the careers link and the careers adviser.

In addition to this, the Harris Careers Website outlines all of the Post 16 options. Students also have individual and guided access to Unifrog from Year 7 which offers additional impartial information on an ad hoc basis. This outlines all educational routes that they may wish to consider.

Pupil entitlement. All pupils in years 8-13 are entitled:  

  • to find out about technical education qualifications and apprenticeships opportunities, as part of a careers programme which provides information on the full range of education and training options available at each transition point  
  • to hear from a range of local providers about the opportunities they offer, including technical education and apprenticeships – through options events, assemblies and group discussions and taster events 
  • to understand how to make applications for the full range of academic and technical courses.

Management of provider access requests. A provider wishing to request access should contact Jamie Allison, Assistant Principal, Telephone: 020 8299 5300, Email: j.allison@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk 

Premises. The school will make the main hall, classrooms or private meeting rooms available for discussions between the provider and students, as appropriate to the activity. The school will also make available AV and other specialist equipment to support provider presentations. This will all be discussed and agreed in advance of the visit with the Careers Leader or a member of their team. Providers are welcome to leave a copy of their prospectus or other relevant course literature at the Careers Resource Centre, which is managed by the school librarian. The Resource Centre is available to all students at lunch and break times.

Opportunities for access. A number of events, integrated into the school careers programme, will offer providers an opportunity to come into school to speak to pupils and/or their parents/carers:  


Below is an overview of our careers programme for Years 7-13.

Year 

Autumn Term 

Spring Term 

Summer Term 

Unifrog- Sign-up and What are Skills Session 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Unifrog- Careers Interests Session 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Enterprise Club 

 

Careers and Your Future- PSHE Session 

 

Financial Literacy- PSHE Session 

 

Gatsby 5: Employer Assembly 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Unifrog- Careers Exploration Session (Careers Library Treasure Hunt) 

 

Gatsby 5: Employer Assembly 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Baker Clause Talk 1- Amazing Apprenticeships- What is an apprenticeship? 

 

Enterprise Club 

 

Digital Literacy- Active Citizens Day  

 

Unifrog- Activities and Competencies Bingo 

 

Enterprise Skills- PSHE Session 

 

Accessing Labour Market Information- PSHE Session 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

Unifrog- Subject Library Treasure Hunt 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Baker Clause Talk 2- UTCs and the Brit School 

 

Careers Assemblies 

Gatsby 5: Employer Assembly 

 

Careers Evening 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Work Place Visits 

 

Enterprise Club 

 

KS4 Options Event 

 

Unifrog- Building your CV (Activities) 

 

Active Citizens Day- Employability Skills 

 

Employment and Financial Management- PSHE Session 

 

Importance of savings and budgeting- PSHE Session 

 

SSLP Careers Workshops 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Work Place Visits 

 

10 

Virtual Work Experience Opportunities 

 

SSLP Careers Talk 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Entrepreneurship Talk for BTEC Enterprise Students 

 

Unifrog- CVs and Cover Letters 

 

Unifrog- Personality Quiz 

 

External Careers Speaker 

 

Work Place Visits/Work Experience- Preparation 

 

Oxford University Trip 

 

Careers Evening 

 

SSLP Careers Talk 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Baker Clause Talk 3- Amazing Apprenticeships: post-16 apprenticeships and T-levels 

 

Careers Launchpad- PSHE  

 

Consumer Protection and Rights- PSHE Session 

 

Employment Rights- PSHE Session 

 

SSLP Careers Talk 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Gatsby 5: Employer Assembly 

 

University/FE Visits 

 

11 

Post- 16 Evening 

 

Baker Clause Talk 4: Future Options post-16 Assembly (UTCs & Colleges) 

 

Post-16 Careers Adviser One-to-ones 

 

CV Writing- PSHE Session 

 

Personal Statements- PSHE Session 

Post-16 Careers Adviser One-to-ones 

 

Apprenticeships Presentation 

 

Unifrog- Apprenticeships 

 

Careers Evening 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Gatsby 5: Employer Assembly 

 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Post-16 Application Support Programme  

 

Post-16 Taster Sessions 

 

 

 

12 

Small group sessions: future education, training and employment options 

 

Baker Clause Talk 5: Post-18 Apprenticeship Options  

 

Unifrog- Post 18 Choices and Planning 

 

Gig Economy- PSHE Session 

 

Understanding Pay- PSHE Session 

 

Virtual Work Experience Opportunities 

 

Skills London 2023 Excel Trip 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

Enterprise Club 

 

Small group sessions: future education, training and employment options 

 

Assembly on school leavers programmes and summer internships 

 

Work and Career, Employment Rights and Responsibilities 

 

Unifrog- Goal Setting and Geeking Out 

 

Student Bank Accounts- PSHE Session 

 

Managing Debt- PSHE Session 

 

Careers Evening 

 

Baker Clause Talk 6: Post-18 Not going to Uni Career Options- Employment, Training and alternative qualifications 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

 

HE/Apprenticeships Fair Tottenham 

 

University Visits 

 

Wok place Visits 

 

Work Experience 

 

Unifrog- Apprenticeships, Personal Statements and MOOCs 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

 

 

13 

Small group sessions: HE and higher apprenticeship applications 

 

STEM Physics Construction Trip 

 

Post-18 Careers Adviser One-to-ones 

 

Unifrog- Applications 

 

University Talk 

 

Brokerage Employability Skills Workshops 

 

Employment Rights and TUs- PSHE Sessions 

 

Workplace conduct- relationships, promotion, harassment- PSHE Sessions 

 

Next Steps Options- PSHE Sessions 

 

Baker Clause Talk 5: Post-18 Apprenticeship Options  

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

 

 

 

Small group sessions: school leavers and higher apprenticeship applications 

 

Post-18 Careers Adviser One-to-ones 

 

Unifrog- Assessment Centres; Managing Stress and Anxiety 

 

Savings and Budgeting- PSHE Sessions 

 

Pensions and Debt- PSHE Sessions 

 

Promoting Personal Brand- Social Networking- PSHE Sessions 

 

Careers Evening 

 

Baker Clause Talk 6: Post-18 Not going to Uni Career Options- Employment, Training and alternative qualifications 

 

NCW & NAW 

 

Careers Assemblies 

 

 

Workshops- school leavers and higher apprenticeship applications 

 

 

Post-18 Careers Adviser One-to-ones 

 

Gatsby 2 - Learning from career and labour market information 

We understand that all students need to prepare themselves for progression through learning and education into adulthood. We aim to prepare students for life after school along with providing information on the ever-changing future, occupations and progression routes to sixth form, college, university or work/apprenticeships, as appropriate. All Year 8 -13 students can access the latest labour market information through their Unifrog account. Students also have access to https://www.harriscareerseducation.org.uk/ to access the latest career and labour market information.

At Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich we monitor trends in the economy to ensure that our curriculum and careers programme enable our students to be successful when they enter the world of work and to ensure that they develop careers that will enjoy and gain fulfilment from through their lives.

We produce regular labour market reports which provide students with the information they need to make informed choices. The reports look at, for example, current employment rates, possible future trends for job growth and average salaries. You can download our latest labour market and economic information report at the bottom of this page.

Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich understands that all students need to prepare themselves for progression through learning and education into adulthood. We aim to prepare students for life after school along with providing information on the ever-changing future, occupations and progression routes to sixth form, college, university or work/apprenticeships, as appropriate.

Economy strand

Theme

Academy consideration

Changing employment structure

It is estimated that today’s leaver will have 10-14 jobs by the age of 38

(Change)

Students need to be prepared for change  and how to cope with it

Change in economy type technology and knowledge base

The top ten most in demand jobs did not exist five years ago

(Adaptability)

Preparing students for jobs that do not exist yet

Change to skills based economy focused around technological development

Total employment in the UK could grow by around 3 million over the next decade, with the total number of jobs reaching almost 37 million by 2025

(Aspiration)

Curriculum opportunites

Increased exposure to STEM activities

Changing employment opportunities

The UK will need more than a million new engineers and technicians by 2020, but despite the skills shortage women still account for less than 10 per cent of the sector’s workforce.

(Determination) 

Curriculum opportunities

Increased exposure to STEM activities

Change in employment structure

Sharp decline in skilled and semi-skilled manual roles. 400,000 will disappear by 2020- down to 16% of total jobs

(Qualifications)

Teaching of employability and adaptability skills

Preparing for new jobs and the processes you go through

Change in employment structure

Two million extra jobs by 2020 in higher skilled, white collar occupations e.g managers, professionals etc.  Will account for 46% of all jobs in UK

(Employability)

Higher qualification entry points

Dealing with competitiveness

Developing cultural capital

Increased qualifications needed to access higher paid jobs

By the time we reach 2020, 40% of all jobs will require a degree

(Educational Excellence)

Curriculum choice

Options process

High achievement in related


Gatsby 3 - Addressing the needs of each pupil

At Harris Boys Academy East Dulwich we support students to explore different careers pathways and options through our Careers Launchpad programme. Careers Launchpad is delivered through our PSHE programme and our students benefit from frequent visits from employers, employees and entrepreneurs who lead the sessions.

At Key Stage 3, Careers Launchpad seeks to help our students explore a variety of different Career Paths, helping students to understand their options as well as challenge any misconceptions they may hold about different employment options. You can see links to some of our Careers Launchpad PSHE and Assembly sessions below.

At Key Stage 4, students have increased opportunities to engage directly with employees and employers through our PSHE programme as well as careers-focused Personal Development Days.

All Year 11-13 students also have one-to-one careers interviews with an independent Careers Advisor. Students also receive Careers Guidance in Year 9 prior to picking their options choices in Year 10.

Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) are given extended appointments with our Careers Advisor, the SEN team and parents, to help ensure successful progression onto the next steps.

In addition, all Year 8-13 students will have their own careers portfolio on their Unifrog account where they can access their careers record and track the advice they have been given.


Gatsby 4 - Linking curriculum to careers

At Harris Boys Academy East Dulwich, we believe it is vital that students can connect what they have learnt in school with the knowledge and skills required in the workplace. 

Teachers in their lessons frequently connect the topic being studied to the knowledge and skills required by employers.  Through our extended curriculum, which includes form time, assemblies, extra-curricular clubs as well as trips and visits, students have been able to hear from and meet local employers.  Please see below for some examples of ways in which our students have been able to connect their subject knowledge with the world of work.

ICT careers trip to Met Police Cyber Crime Unit

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Art careers trip to South London Gallery

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Music careers trip to the Guildhall

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Dance careers trip to the Barbican

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Science careers trip to Microsoft

Science careers 3


Entrepreneur Mark Segal explains connections between curriculum and world of work

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Entrepreneur Mark Jenner highlights skills required for the workplace


Gatsby 5 - Encounters with employers and employees

In addition to trips to businesses we also organise careers talks at the school covering, for example, careers in technology, literature, hospitality, acting, publishing and graphic design.

We welcome outside speakers and organisations to contribute to our careers programme. Other examples of opportunities that our boys have to meet professionals from different sectors include:

An organisation wishing to request access should contact Jamie Allison, Assistant Principal, on 020 8299 5300 or j.allison@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk. Requests will be considered in line with our visiting speaker procedure within our safeguarding policy. Please speak to our Careers Leader James Allison j.allison@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk to identify the most suitable opportunity for you.


Careers Evening 2022. Volunteer speakers from medicine, law, the arts, the civil service, finance, banking, the media and many more were among the business people who came to HBAED for our annual Careers Evening.

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Sectors covered by our business volunteers on the night included marketing, banking, human resources, medicine, journalism, construction, government, computing, law and the arts.

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The boys chose who to meet at the event, based on their interests, and had 20 minute sessions so they could learn in-depth how people chose their careers, what's involved, the skills you need, and what people like and dislike about their jobs.

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Gatsby 6 - Experiences of workplace

Plan for all students in Year 10 to have work place visits and Year 12 to have Work Experience placements in Summer 2020.

This short film was produced by our Performing Arts students during a trip to the Barbican. What does a theatre department do? What sort of jobs are available? What sort of people are likely to enjoy working there. How to get started. They showed great initiative, skill and creativity in producing this clip.


Gatsby 7 - Encounters with further and higher education

We provide opportunities for students to experience what further and higher education are like, in order to inspire and excite them about future possibilities. Places visited recently include:


Year 10 trip to Imperial College London.

Imperial (2)


Gatsby 8 - Personal guidance

All Year 11s, 12s and 13s students have one-to-one careers interviews. Pictured below: Careers Adviser Caroline Jackson arranges a careers desk in the school canteen to answer careers-related questions from boys in all year groups. “The idea was to make sure every student knows there is a careers adviser they can come and talk to at any time,” said Mr Allison, our Careers Lead.

Careers


Destinations

As a result of the bespoke information, advice and guidance that our students receive the transition from Year 11 to Post 16 is exceptionally successful. The majority of our Year 11 students opt to remain at Harris Boys' Academy, seeking to continue their Post 16 education in traditional A levels, BTECs or a blend of the two.

Categories​

2021​

2022​

2023​

Pupils staying in education or employment​

100%​

99%​

100%​

Total number of pupils included​

140​

143​

145​

Pupils staying in education​

100%​

99%​

100%​

Further education college/other further education provider​

34%​

24%​

32%​

Harris run Sixth Forms​

44%​

52%​

44%​

School Sixth Form (including Harris)​

62%​

74%​

61%​

Sixth Form College​

9%​

6%​

2%​

Other education destinations​

0%​

0%​

0%​

Pupils in apprenticeships/WBL​

0%​

1%​

1%​

Pupils in employment​

0%​

0%​

0%​

Pupils not counted as staying in education or employment​

0%​

1%​

1​

Destination unknown​

0%​

0%​

0%​

Destinations data for 2017 is based on DfE statistics and is the most recent available. The data shown for 2018, 2019 and 2020 is based on internal audits of pupil destinations and can therefore be subject to change if pupils do not complete at least two terms of study at their chosen destination.


Enterprise

Being an enterprise academy brings unique opportunities for the Academy to develop a culture and learning ethos that will bring innovation in teaching and learning to the heart of its philosophy.

We want our students to be “business like” and enterprising in their approach to work and how they deal with each other, teachers and visitors to the Academy.

We are also committed to ensuring that all students leave Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich with entrepreneurship relevant to the world of work, attractive to employers, and that they are well prepared to use these skills in further study and their everyday lives.

Success in a complex world

Our key aim is to have highly confident and enterprising students and teachers. Our students will be fully prepared for life’s challenges and have the drive, resourcefulness and employability skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing and complex world.

Enterprise opportunities for students

  • Active Citizens Day in Year 7 focused on developing students' Enterprise Skills
  • Two different after-school Enterprise Clubs- one for KS3 and KS4
  • Financial Literacy Club at KS5
  • Annual KS5 Economics essay competition with the Worshipful Company of International Bankers
  • 'Meet an Entrepreneur' talks.  Recent past speakers have included Meryvn Lyn, Mark Jenner, Tom Quilter and Matt Segal
  • Access to Careers talks through our work with Speakers for Schools and Inspiring the Future
  • Harris Federation Careers Fair 
  • Harris Boys Academy East Dulwich Summer Careers Fair
  • 'I want to be a.......' talks in conjunction with our partners SSLP
  • BTEC Enterprise and GCSE Business KS4 options
  • CTEC Business and A-level Economics KS5 options