Year 6-7 Transition - Harris Academy Orpington
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Year 6-7 Transition - Harris Academy Orpington
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This week HAO proudly took part in National Science Week, embracing this year’s inspiring theme: “Curiosity – What’s Your Question?”
We believe every great idea begins with a question.
So we ask our whole community: What’s your question?
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10/03/26
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10/03/26
World Book Day took place last week, but as part of the fun activities throughout the week, students produced some great work. Below are a few examples from some of our talented students.
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10/03/26
This week HAO is celebrating Science Week, with this years theme ‘Curiosity - what’s you Question?’
Here are some of our staffs curious questions.
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06/03/26
On its way to becoming a yearly event, HAO students are once again taking part in the Mini London Marathon for schools, creating our own mini marathon in the last 2 weeks for the spring term.
#WeRunTogether
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02/03/26
The new spring/summer term sports clubs go live this week. Make sure you sign up and bring the right kit to participate.
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16/02/26
As its half term, we didn’t want our students missing out on such a celebration, so incorporated it into our week. Thank you to
@SchoolCatering
@HarrisFed
#LunarNewYear
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16/02/26
The catering team at HAO created an amazing range of foods for lunch last week to celebrate the Lunar New Year, which is tomorrow.
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12/02/26
🎓 Happy National School Governors’ Awareness Day!
A huge thank you to all our dedicated school governors who give their time, expertise, and passion to support our schools and help every pupil thrive. Your commitment makes a real difference every day.
#NSGAD
#SchoolGovernors
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30/01/26
Event Reminder - Year 8 Parents Evening is next week. Students will have appointment sheets to book in the meetings. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
follow us
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23/01/26
HAO is launching its attendance challenge from Monday. What is the prize I hear you ask... the most improved year group will have a pizza party on the last day of this half term.
Last time, Y10 were the winners. Lets see who comes out on top this time.
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16/01/26
What are you reading currently? Check out our recommendations.
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05/01/26
Event Reminder - Year 11 Parents Evening is this week. Students have already had their appointment sheets. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
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@haorpington
15/12/25
Finally, a reminder: The last day of this term is 19/12/2025, and the Academy will close to all students at 12.45pm. Students will be allowed to wear their own clothes, including Christmas jumpers, and we ask all to bring a £1 donation that will go to our local charity.
follow us
@haorpington
15/12/25
Whilst Y11 resume career discussions to support them in planning their future pathways. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to take part in their first HAO Sixth Form taster day - an exciting chance to experience what life could be like with us after GCSEs.
follow us
@haorpington
15/12/25
End of Term Highlights - As we approach the final week of term, our focus is on exploring the next steps for not only our students, but those that could join us next year. Banding day was a success as we welcomed prospective students and their parents - with a mop up this week.
follow us
@haorpington
03/12/25
LBB's upcoming winter HAF programme will run again from 22nd December to 31 December 2025
The programme offers free holiday club places, including activities and healthy meals for families with children 5-16 years old who get FSM. Book directly: shorturl.at/uluNm
follow us
@haorpington
27/11/25
Well done to our Year 8 and Year 9 football teams, who both won their tense and entertaining matches, by 1 goal. Both our goalkeepers saving last minute penalties to hold out for the win! Great effort by all!
@HarrisFed
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24/11/25
What a week at HAO last week! From advocacy and community engagement, assessments galore, to student achievements and a little theatre magic – here’s what we’ve been up to in images 👇
#Education
#Advocacy
#HAO
@HarrisFed
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19/11/25
Well done to the Year 10 football team on their 7-2 win on Monday night in the Bromley League. Two wins from two, making it a successful campaign so far.
@HarrisFed
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Year 6-7 Transition
Year 6-7 Transition
A huge welcome to our Year 7 students who are joining us in September 2025 and congratulations on securing your place here! We cannot wait for you to join our thriving academy community.
We know that you are probably feeling a mixture of emotions; nervous about moving to secondary school, excited about meeting new friends and learning new subjects but also a little apprehensive about settling in.
Please do not worry, we know that starting secondary school is daunting, but we will make the transition as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Year 7 Transition Programme:
Tuesday 1st July 2025 – Induction Day 9:45am – 2pm
We are so excited to welcome you to our amazing academy. Please join us on Tuesday 1st July 2025 to tour our academy, try out some secondary lessons, meet your new teachers and make new friends. Please bring a packed lunch on this day.
Tuesday 3rd July 2025 – Year 7 Welcome Event 4:30pm-5.15pm
For our Parents and Carers of our incoming Year 7 for September 2025: Please join us at the academy to meet with Mr Carey, Head of Academy, and Miss Champion, Assistant Principal who oversees transition, to share more details of your child’s experience at Harris Academy Orpington.
Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Year 7 - First day of School!
Your first day at the academy in your new uniform, proudly wearing your blazer! On your first day we only have Year 7 students in the academy. It is really important that you get an opportunity to follow your timetable and get to know the building and our expectations without other year groups around. We can also complete important admin on this day too like getting your photograph taken and organising your ParentPay lunch account.
Please bring a packed lunch on this day.
** Remember, on this day you need to bring in your sunmer transitions project!**
Thursday 11th September 2025 - Year 7: Meet the Tutor Evening, 4pm - 5pm.
We will be hosting a meet the tutor evening for parents and carers to meet their child’s form tutor. Discuss how your child has settled in over the first few weeks of secondary school, see their books and meet their teachers.
Harris Academy Orpington Year 7 Transition - Most Asked Questions
If you think of anything else then please do not hesitate to contact us on info@harrisorpington.org.uk
On the first day, will we go on a tour of the academy?
Of course! We will ensure that all our pupils get the opportunity to see all of the building and get an idea of where their lessons will be taking place. We do not expect you all to learn this immediately, we know that this takes a little time and there will be lots of signs around the academy to help you find your way. Please ask any member of staff if you are unsure!
Do the pupils get homework every day?
Homework is an essential part of the learning process and teachers will use homework as a way of consolidating and promoting independent learning. Students will not receive homework everyday.
Regarding children who might have learning difficulties, how will the children be assessed or how do you receive the information about children that might need SENCO support? For example, dyslexia.
We have contacted all our new Year 7’s primary schools’ and requested all SEN information. We also carry out LUCID testing for all students which enables us to detect any undiagnosed special educational needs and ensure students receive the support and differentiation needed.
Will I be in the same lessons as the people in my form group?
Not necessarily, secondary school is different to primary school in lots of ways – but one of the key aspects is that you move around the building and work with different groups of students. This will mean that you may be with different students in different classes.
How do I get involved in extracurricular clubs?
We have an exciting array of extracurricular clubs at Harris Academy Orpington and it is a fantastic way to learn new skills, meet new friends and get really involved in the academy community.
Do the children get a locker or on days where they need PE or other kit are they expected to carry it around?
We do not have lockers on site and students are expected to bring their PE kit only on the days that they are timetabled to have PE or are participating in a PE Extra Curricular Activity.
What are the options for food/drinks (bring your own or purchase at school) and is it cashless?
Students are welcome to bring their own healthy packed lunch, or we have lots of options available at our canteen, before school for breakfast and at break and lunchtime. We do not allow large bottles of fizzy drinks, large bags of crisps or boxes of biscuits / crackers at the academy. We do operate a cashless system where students use their fingerprint or a PIN number to pay from an account that is topped up online by parents/carers. Information on signing up to this will be sent out in advance
How will I know what to bring on my first day and if I have packed lunch do I have to keep it in my school bag until lunch time?
Each student needs to bring a black bag to school with them every day. You should carry in your bag a pencil case, with black or blue pens, ruler, pencils, eraser and a red pen. All students should also always have a personal reading book with them. Please do not worry if you do not have a reading book you can take one out of the library. If you do bring a packed lunch, then yes you will need to carry it with you as we are unable to store food items for students.
If we arrive early can we sit in the library?
Absolutely! Our students love to read, and the library is at the heart of our academy. Our wonderful librarian Mrs Smith be ready to welcome you in from 8am each day.
Do we have a teacher we can speak to, if things are confusing at the beginning of Year 7 or we need advice?
All our staff are here to help and support with settling into Harris Academy Orpington, but your form tutor will be the best person to go to in the first instance. You will see them every morning and you will get to know each other very well as we go through the school year. Your form tutor will be able to answer any questions or concerns you have so please do ask – however minor they may seem!
Do students have to keep their jumpers/blazers on all the time?
Jumpers are not mandatory (although they are recommended in the winter months!) but students must always have their blazers with them.
At playtime and lunchtime will there be a mixture of year groups on the playground or just Year 7s?
We have one lunchtime at the Academy. This does mean that Year 7s will be with other year groups during lunch but Year 7s will benefit from the use of a single area to use during break and lunchtime. This area is solely designated for year 7 students.
Although it is a
no mobile phone policy
, would they be allowed their mobile on their person/in their personal belongings (if switched off during the day) for travelling to and from school?
Students can carry their mobile phone whilst travelling to/from the academy, but it must be switched off before entering the school gates, stored in their bag and not seen at the academy. If a students’ mobile phone is seen it will be confiscated and collected from staff at the end of the day. We do not take any responsibility for mobile phones that are lost whilst at the academy.
Free Schools Meals
If your child is entitled to receive Free School Meals, you have to apply online at
https://www.cloudforedu.org.uk/ofsm/harrisfederation
. Please be aware that this website is linked to the government’s data which cross checks your eligibility for Free School Meals.
To apply for Free School Meals for your child, you must be in receipt of the one of the following benefits:
Income Support
Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
the guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
Child tax credit with an annual gross income into the household that is no more than £16,190, provided you are not entitled to working tax credit. If you are entitled to any part of working tax credit there is no eligibility with the exception of working tax run-on as shown below
Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
To complete an application you will need to provide:
Your own name and date of birth
Contact details
National Insurance Number or National Asylum Seekers Number
Child's name and date of birth
School your child is attending/will attend.
After completing the application online and submitting the form, there are three possible outcomes:
Found – Confirmed the eligibility to Free School Meals – please inform the Academy at info@harrisorppington.org.uk immediately.
Not Found – You are not eligible to Free School Meals.
Service Down – Please try again later.
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@haorpington
13/03/26
This week HAO proudly took part in National Science Week, embracing this year’s inspiring theme: “Curiosity – What’s Your Question?”
We believe every great idea begins with a question.
So we ask our whole community: What’s your question?
@HarrisFed
Video
follow us
@haorpington
10/03/26
Image
follow us
@haorpington
10/03/26
World Book Day took place last week, but as part of the fun activities throughout the week, students produced some great work. Below are a few examples from some of our talented students.
follow us
@haorpington
10/03/26
This week HAO is celebrating Science Week, with this years theme ‘Curiosity - what’s you Question?’
Here are some of our staffs curious questions.
follow us
@haorpington
06/03/26
On its way to becoming a yearly event, HAO students are once again taking part in the Mini London Marathon for schools, creating our own mini marathon in the last 2 weeks for the spring term.
#WeRunTogether
follow us
@haorpington
02/03/26
The new spring/summer term sports clubs go live this week. Make sure you sign up and bring the right kit to participate.
follow us
@haorpington
16/02/26
As its half term, we didn’t want our students missing out on such a celebration, so incorporated it into our week. Thank you to
@SchoolCatering
@HarrisFed
#LunarNewYear
follow us
@haorpington
16/02/26
The catering team at HAO created an amazing range of foods for lunch last week to celebrate the Lunar New Year, which is tomorrow.
follow us
@haorpington
12/02/26
🎓 Happy National School Governors’ Awareness Day!
A huge thank you to all our dedicated school governors who give their time, expertise, and passion to support our schools and help every pupil thrive. Your commitment makes a real difference every day.
#NSGAD
#SchoolGovernors
follow us
@haorpington
30/01/26
Event Reminder - Year 8 Parents Evening is next week. Students will have appointment sheets to book in the meetings. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
follow us
@haorpington
23/01/26
HAO is launching its attendance challenge from Monday. What is the prize I hear you ask... the most improved year group will have a pizza party on the last day of this half term.
Last time, Y10 were the winners. Lets see who comes out on top this time.
follow us
@haorpington
16/01/26
What are you reading currently? Check out our recommendations.
follow us
@haorpington
05/01/26
Event Reminder - Year 11 Parents Evening is this week. Students have already had their appointment sheets. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
follow us
@haorpington
15/12/25
Finally, a reminder: The last day of this term is 19/12/2025, and the Academy will close to all students at 12.45pm. Students will be allowed to wear their own clothes, including Christmas jumpers, and we ask all to bring a £1 donation that will go to our local charity.
follow us
@haorpington
15/12/25
Whilst Y11 resume career discussions to support them in planning their future pathways. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to take part in their first HAO Sixth Form taster day - an exciting chance to experience what life could be like with us after GCSEs.
follow us
@haorpington
15/12/25
End of Term Highlights - As we approach the final week of term, our focus is on exploring the next steps for not only our students, but those that could join us next year. Banding day was a success as we welcomed prospective students and their parents - with a mop up this week.
follow us
@haorpington
03/12/25
LBB's upcoming winter HAF programme will run again from 22nd December to 31 December 2025
The programme offers free holiday club places, including activities and healthy meals for families with children 5-16 years old who get FSM. Book directly: shorturl.at/uluNm
follow us
@haorpington
27/11/25
Well done to our Year 8 and Year 9 football teams, who both won their tense and entertaining matches, by 1 goal. Both our goalkeepers saving last minute penalties to hold out for the win! Great effort by all!
@HarrisFed
follow us
@haorpington
24/11/25
What a week at HAO last week! From advocacy and community engagement, assessments galore, to student achievements and a little theatre magic – here’s what we’ve been up to in images 👇
#Education
#Advocacy
#HAO
@HarrisFed
follow us
@haorpington
19/11/25
Well done to the Year 10 football team on their 7-2 win on Monday night in the Bromley League. Two wins from two, making it a successful campaign so far.
@HarrisFed
follow us
@haorpington
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Year 6-7 Transition
Year 6-7 Transition
A huge welcome to our Year 7 students who are joining us in September 2025 and congratulations on securing your place here! We cannot wait for you to join our thriving academy community.
We know that you are probably feeling a mixture of emotions; nervous about moving to secondary school, excited about meeting new friends and learning new subjects but also a little apprehensive about settling in.
Please do not worry, we know that starting secondary school is daunting, but we will make the transition as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Year 7 Transition Programme:
Tuesday 1st July 2025 – Induction Day 9:45am – 2pm
We are so excited to welcome you to our amazing academy. Please join us on Tuesday 1st July 2025 to tour our academy, try out some secondary lessons, meet your new teachers and make new friends. Please bring a packed lunch on this day.
Tuesday 3rd July 2025 – Year 7 Welcome Event 4:30pm-5.15pm
For our Parents and Carers of our incoming Year 7 for September 2025: Please join us at the academy to meet with Mr Carey, Head of Academy, and Miss Champion, Assistant Principal who oversees transition, to share more details of your child’s experience at Harris Academy Orpington.
Wednesday 3rd September 2025 - Year 7 - First day of School!
Your first day at the academy in your new uniform, proudly wearing your blazer! On your first day we only have Year 7 students in the academy. It is really important that you get an opportunity to follow your timetable and get to know the building and our expectations without other year groups around. We can also complete important admin on this day too like getting your photograph taken and organising your ParentPay lunch account.
Please bring a packed lunch on this day.
** Remember, on this day you need to bring in your sunmer transitions project!**
Thursday 11th September 2025 - Year 7: Meet the Tutor Evening, 4pm - 5pm.
We will be hosting a meet the tutor evening for parents and carers to meet their child’s form tutor. Discuss how your child has settled in over the first few weeks of secondary school, see their books and meet their teachers.
Harris Academy Orpington Year 7 Transition - Most Asked Questions
If you think of anything else then please do not hesitate to contact us on info@harrisorpington.org.uk
On the first day, will we go on a tour of the academy?
Of course! We will ensure that all our pupils get the opportunity to see all of the building and get an idea of where their lessons will be taking place. We do not expect you all to learn this immediately, we know that this takes a little time and there will be lots of signs around the academy to help you find your way. Please ask any member of staff if you are unsure!
Do the pupils get homework every day?
Homework is an essential part of the learning process and teachers will use homework as a way of consolidating and promoting independent learning. Students will not receive homework everyday.
Regarding children who might have learning difficulties, how will the children be assessed or how do you receive the information about children that might need SENCO support? For example, dyslexia.
We have contacted all our new Year 7’s primary schools’ and requested all SEN information. We also carry out LUCID testing for all students which enables us to detect any undiagnosed special educational needs and ensure students receive the support and differentiation needed.
Will I be in the same lessons as the people in my form group?
Not necessarily, secondary school is different to primary school in lots of ways – but one of the key aspects is that you move around the building and work with different groups of students. This will mean that you may be with different students in different classes.
How do I get involved in extracurricular clubs?
We have an exciting array of extracurricular clubs at Harris Academy Orpington and it is a fantastic way to learn new skills, meet new friends and get really involved in the academy community.
Do the children get a locker or on days where they need PE or other kit are they expected to carry it around?
We do not have lockers on site and students are expected to bring their PE kit only on the days that they are timetabled to have PE or are participating in a PE Extra Curricular Activity.
What are the options for food/drinks (bring your own or purchase at school) and is it cashless?
Students are welcome to bring their own healthy packed lunch, or we have lots of options available at our canteen, before school for breakfast and at break and lunchtime. We do not allow large bottles of fizzy drinks, large bags of crisps or boxes of biscuits / crackers at the academy. We do operate a cashless system where students use their fingerprint or a PIN number to pay from an account that is topped up online by parents/carers. Information on signing up to this will be sent out in advance
How will I know what to bring on my first day and if I have packed lunch do I have to keep it in my school bag until lunch time?
Each student needs to bring a black bag to school with them every day. You should carry in your bag a pencil case, with black or blue pens, ruler, pencils, eraser and a red pen. All students should also always have a personal reading book with them. Please do not worry if you do not have a reading book you can take one out of the library. If you do bring a packed lunch, then yes you will need to carry it with you as we are unable to store food items for students.
If we arrive early can we sit in the library?
Absolutely! Our students love to read, and the library is at the heart of our academy. Our wonderful librarian Mrs Smith be ready to welcome you in from 8am each day.
Do we have a teacher we can speak to, if things are confusing at the beginning of Year 7 or we need advice?
All our staff are here to help and support with settling into Harris Academy Orpington, but your form tutor will be the best person to go to in the first instance. You will see them every morning and you will get to know each other very well as we go through the school year. Your form tutor will be able to answer any questions or concerns you have so please do ask – however minor they may seem!
Do students have to keep their jumpers/blazers on all the time?
Jumpers are not mandatory (although they are recommended in the winter months!) but students must always have their blazers with them.
At playtime and lunchtime will there be a mixture of year groups on the playground or just Year 7s?
We have one lunchtime at the Academy. This does mean that Year 7s will be with other year groups during lunch but Year 7s will benefit from the use of a single area to use during break and lunchtime. This area is solely designated for year 7 students.
Although it is a
no mobile phone policy
, would they be allowed their mobile on their person/in their personal belongings (if switched off during the day) for travelling to and from school?
Students can carry their mobile phone whilst travelling to/from the academy, but it must be switched off before entering the school gates, stored in their bag and not seen at the academy. If a students’ mobile phone is seen it will be confiscated and collected from staff at the end of the day. We do not take any responsibility for mobile phones that are lost whilst at the academy.
Free Schools Meals
If your child is entitled to receive Free School Meals, you have to apply online at
https://www.cloudforedu.org.uk/ofsm/harrisfederation
. Please be aware that this website is linked to the government’s data which cross checks your eligibility for Free School Meals.
To apply for Free School Meals for your child, you must be in receipt of the one of the following benefits:
Income Support
Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
the guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
Child tax credit with an annual gross income into the household that is no more than £16,190, provided you are not entitled to working tax credit. If you are entitled to any part of working tax credit there is no eligibility with the exception of working tax run-on as shown below
Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
To complete an application you will need to provide:
Your own name and date of birth
Contact details
National Insurance Number or National Asylum Seekers Number
Child's name and date of birth
School your child is attending/will attend.
After completing the application online and submitting the form, there are three possible outcomes:
Found – Confirmed the eligibility to Free School Meals – please inform the Academy at info@harrisorppington.org.uk immediately.
Not Found – You are not eligible to Free School Meals.
Service Down – Please try again later.
About Us
Welcome
Our Senior Leaders
Our Vision
Health Science Specialism
Exam Results and Ofsted
Prospectus
Uniform
Meals
Year 6-7 Transition
Faculty Structure
Hire Our Facilities
Image Gallery
Harris Federation
Video Gallery
Thank a Teacher
Head of Academy: Richard Carey
Harris Academy Orpington,
Tintagel Road, Orpington, Kent, BR5 4LG
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