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14/02/25

Read the book, complete the quiz and enjoy the reward! pic.twitter.com/Mczlw3rU1S

14/02/25

This is now taking place on Thursday 27th February 4.30 - 6.30

13/02/25

Our fabulous governor, Richard Hughes, led his third week of filmmaking workshops with Harris Sixth Formers from Orpington and Bromley. The students handled a professional film camera and learnt scripting & narrative techniques used in documentary filmmaking pic.twitter.com/rgdS0IVLke

13/02/25

Earn a wage, gain experience and get qualified - all at the same time! ✅ From GCSEs to master's degrees, there's an apprenticeship for everyone. Start your journey at https://t.co/1uoO3OEe4c#NAW2025 pic.twitter.com/uJqJgkCSUO

12/02/25

🚨 1 DAY TO GO! 🚨 Thinking about an apprenticeship? Got questions about applying, finding the right one, or what it’s really like? 🤔 Join us LIVE on TikTok tomorrow from 16:30 (UK) as a UCAS expert & apprentice answer your questions💬 Sign up here: https://t.co/OQN55A0N6N pic.twitter.com/52hqjLMHtE

12/02/25

Do you know an inspiring new teacher? Zac Moxon, one of our judges, shares what makes a great entry for Outstanding New Teacher of the Year. Celebrate the difference they're making in your school community by nominating today: https://t.co/9k7eL9mvGv pic.twitter.com/zhIY7OjFni

12/02/25

Looking for some new kit? Got an expedition coming up and not sure what to pack? 🤔 We can help with that! Check out our DofE Expedition Kit Guide! It’s packed full of useful information and is aimed at helping participants and parents to choose and then find the right kit for… pic.twitter.com/qmlurIH8Oj

11/02/25

It’s in England! We’re celebrating the positive impact apprenticeships have on young people – especially if you do your DofE as an apprentice! ✅ We work with lots of organisations to offer DofE Business to their staff as part of early careers… pic.twitter.com/kMKDuVHhhI

11/02/25

Half term is from Monday 14th February to Friday the 21st February 2025. We hope you enjoy the break and are refreshed for next half term when school is open again on 24th February. pic.twitter.com/QcwaFvJcDQ

10/02/25

Round two of our amazing 'The Globe Players', this time performing Romeo and Juliet to kick start our Year 9 study of the play. pic.twitter.com/57alJnMCvA

10/02/25

Year 11 are having an immersive English experience revising for their exams. The fantastic Globe Players performing ‘An Inspector Calls’, bringing the play to life and revising the key quotes! An amazing performance! pic.twitter.com/FBuDCfkKZI

06/02/25

Come and speak with us at the Recruitment Fair this Saturday 8 February in Central London. We are looking forward to meeting with talented educators as well as those looking to start their careers in teaching. Register your interest here: https://t.co/8XZOQygomf pic.twitter.com/v7ALtr3aZM

06/02/25

A reminder that 14th February 2025 is a staff training day and that the school is closed to students, with exception to those in Year 11 who have been invited in for masterclasses. pic.twitter.com/qNjcgJK7Wx

06/02/25

A huge thankyou to Carol Pinnock from for delivering a fantastic assembly to Year 10 on the topic of 'Self-esteem and Healthy relationships'.#Childrensmentalhealthweek pic.twitter.com/zlfXWxlj5c

06/02/25

HAO hosted it's annual Careers fair on 31st January. Years 9-13 had the opportunity talk to many experts in their fields about the different career pathways open to them. Thank you to all of our guests that attended.https://t.co/LXsiWb071u pic.twitter.com/psLSadEDs4

28/01/25

There has been a date change for upcoming parent and carer evenings, so please be mindful of the below: Year 8 is now on Thursday 6th February 2025. Year 9 is now on Thursday 20th March 2025.#HAOSaveTheDate pic.twitter.com/CTJf7EPHXO

20/01/25

Congratulations to our Y11 football team! On Friday they had a 4-1 win against . Great teams and a great match had by all.

20/01/25

So many students attended the Principals Breakfast last week for 100% attendance. Well done to all! pic.twitter.com/SVCSbxwQ7E

05/12/24

Apologies to our visitors as this event has been postponed to the 27th February 2025.

02/12/24

A huge thank you to Mr McFarlane, for visiting HAO today to discuss options with our Year 11, 12 and 13 students. pic.twitter.com/Js4DUZTsrk

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Richard Carey, Head of Academy and David Astin, Executive Principal

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