The Harefield Academy

The Harefield School is an incredibly exciting place to learn. You will see through our vision and aims that we are relentlessly ambitious for our students, demanding that staff and students align to the highest level of expectation and aspiration; and that we provide the right learning conditions through which such goals can be achieved.

As a small school, the level of pastoral support we are able to offer students is quite unique with students routinely reporting that they feel safe and happy and that staff know them well. The unique environment and opportunities offered within The School, are the perfect platform upon which to build success.

We welcome visits from prospective students and staff. Following our most recent Open Evening, the vast majority of visitors responded to our survey indicating an increased likelihood of sending their child to The Harefield School having met our students and learned more about us. We are always most welcoming of bespoke visits if you would like to come and see what we have on offer. In the meantime, we hope that you enjoy exploring our website.

Our purpose is to provide all students with the highest quality education through the delivery of an outstanding, well-balanced and creative curriculum in a supportive, safe and caring environment.

Our aspiration is that all children are driven, ambitious and self-motivated; that they are supported in fulfilling their potential in order to enhance future life chances and develop into well-rounded, honest, articulate human beings who make a valued contribution to society.

Our ethos is one of mutual respect and kindness within the school community and beyond; it is a school where every child matters and is valued; where diversity is embraced and where high expectations, hard work and exemplary behaviour are the norm. At Harefield, we aim to provide an environment where all students are able to achieve their academic potential in a safe, caring and inclusive environment.

Our goal is to foster this atmosphere by blending rigorous standards with outstanding support. We uphold high expectations for students in classwork, behavior, attendance, and all aspects of school life. We believe that by meeting these standards, students can unlock their full potential. Additionally, we acknowledge the importance of offering support and guidance to students on their journey toward realising their potential. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional support to all students, with a particular focus on those with additional needs.

Our values of Respect, Honesty, Responsibility and Compassion exemplify who we are as a school community and form the foundation for everything we do. We are proud of our values which underpin our mission statement, supporting our commitment to academic excellence, as well as our determination to maintain a caring community for everyone. Both students and staff work to demonstrate our values in all aspects of school life.

Respect is the cornerstone of our school community. It means valuing each individual’s unique perspective, treating others as we want to be treated, and appreciating the diversity that enriches our learning environment. In our school, we foster an atmosphere where respect is not only expected but celebrated.

Honesty forms the bedrock of our academic integrity. It means being truthful in our words and actions, even when faced with challenges or difficult decisions. At our school, we believe that honesty not only builds trust but also cultivates a culture of responsibility and accountability.