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Harris Academy South Norwood
Parents across Croydon and Bromley seeking a strong start to secondary education will find Harris Academy South Norwood (HASN) an inspiring choice. According to the school, its most recent Progress 8 data shows that HASN was the top-performing mixed comprehensive school in Croydon and Bromley, which it says reflects its strong academic standards.
HASN’s students consistently progress to outstanding destinations. Recent alumni have secured places at Cambridge, Medicine at King’s College London, and other leading universities across the country. Others have pursued prestigious apprenticeships with Deloitte or even signed professional football contracts within the last year.
At the heart of the school is a truly balanced curriculum that blends rigorous academic teaching with a thriving creative arts programme. In summer 2025, HASN proudly became the first London school to stage a full production of Frozen and this year will perform Come From Away.
Student wellbeing is central to the school’s ethos. Each year group has a dedicated non-teaching Head of Year and a highly effective welfare team who know every child. A firm ban on mobile phones ensures that pupils can focus, feel safe, and flourish.
The school is hosting a number of open events during the Autumn Term, including tours with the Principal several times a week.