Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
Mayflower Road, Chafford Hundred, Grays, RM16 6SAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred is a secondary school in Grays for ages 11 to 19. It is one of the 58 schools in Thurrock. It ranks 1st of 7 secondary schools in Grays. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 March 2024, report published 8 May 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Sixth form provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 20 March 2024
Pupils thrive at Harris Academy Chafford Hundred (HACH). They become independent, curious learners who are determined to be the best that they can be. The school challenges pupils to do exceptionally well. Teachers set them work that is highly demanding. With the exemplary support of staff, and each other, pupils rise to this challenge. As a result, pupils achieve very highly. In and out of lessons, pupils behave exceptionally well. They are fully engaged in their learning in the classroom, free of unwelcome interruptions. Pupils get on very well with each other and adults. They say that while this is a school with a strong sense of community, it welcomes their diversity. Pupils have access to a huge range of opportunities to develop their interests, character and confidence. Termly 'pillar days' provide activities such as trips to museums and theatres. There are many clubs, including the cadet force, coding and debating. Pupils can become 'character ambassadors'. They raise money for charity, and many take part in the school council. The careers programme raises pupils' aspirations. Pupils meet a diverse range of employers and learn about different careers and universities. This enables them to make informed choices about their future.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
188 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
191 students
Average A level grade C+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,435 pupils on roll, with places for 1,200
Schools near Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Park Secondary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 46.4 |
| The Hathaway Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 41.1 |
| Grays Convent High School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 55.7 |
| Harris Academy Ockendon | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 47.3 |
| William Edwards School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | Attainment 8: 42.5 |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Jamie Maxted
- Phone
- 01375484580
- Address
- Mayflower Road, Chafford Hundred, Grays, RM16 6SA
- Local authority
- Thurrock
- URN
- 137549
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.