Harris Academy South Norwood
Cumberlow Avenue, London, SE25 6AEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Harris Academy South Norwood is a secondary school in Croydon for ages 11 to 19. It is one of the 153 schools in Croydon. It ranks 10th of 23 secondary schools in Croydon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 11 May 2022, report published 21 September 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Sixth form provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 May 2022
Leaders are focused on developing pupils as scholars, citizens and ambassadors. They have high expectations of pupils, and these are usually met. Pupils are respectful to each other. They enjoy learning and the enrichment opportunities that the school provides. For example, pupils involved in the school production are excited about the upcoming performance of 'Hairspray'. Sixth-form students are exemplary role models in the school community. Some hold student leadership responsibilities. Pupils are safe and feel safe in the school. They are confident approaching staff if they need help. Pupils say that any bullying is taken seriously, and staff act swiftly when it is reported. Working relationships between staff and pupils are positive. Pupils are almost always well engaged in their lessons. The personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education curriculum helps pupils to learn how to be safe and healthy. Leaders have given careful thought and consideration to the curriculum that pupils study. This means that when lessons are well taught, pupils achieve well. Pupils are ambitious for the future and value their education. They appreciate the guidance they get for careers. For example, selected pupils in Year 7 visited the University of Oxford to widen their experiences in mathematics and science.
What the school should improve
- Assessment is used by most teachers to gauge what pupils know and understand. However, where teaching is not as strong, these strategies are not used as effectively. In these circumstances, pupils are not as clear about what they are learning, and some become disengaged. Leaders must ensure that all teachers address misconceptions swiftly and effectively so that pupils, including those with SEND, understand what they are required to do.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
161 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
108 students
Average A level grade C, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,008 pupils on roll, with places for 1,150
Schools near Harris Academy South Norwood
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form | 0.2 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 52.3 |
| Oasis Academy Arena | 0.8 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | Attainment 8: 37.6 |
| Aya College (Educational Provision) | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Not published |
| BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 50.1 |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Charlie Comerford
- Phone
- 02084055070
- Address
- Cumberlow Avenue, London, SE25 6AE
- Local authority
- Croydon
- URN
- 135249
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.