On Monday 15th July we held our annual Year 7 and 8 Presentation Evening, to celebrate a variety of achievements of our students. Awards given out on the evening were Subject prizes for effort and achievement, Head of Year awards for contribution and personal achievement, awards for students obtaining 100% attendance and finally Headteacher Commendation [...]
The exhibition ‘Cakes, Puddings & Desserts’ is currently on display until 27th July 2013. The work on display is a selection of work created by year 9 students. The students have embarked upon a GCSE course of study, working through a set of four Assessment Objectives: AO1 Develop Develop their ideas [...]
7X4 enjoyed a day of 'Outdoor Explore' at Charlton Lakes, on July 10th, building self-confidence and self-esteem, both of which were excellently achieved! Some students expressed their fear of canoeing and open water, a number were non-swimmers, but by the afternoon, having listened intently to all instructions, the group was expertly paddling across the lake [...]
Yesterday (Thursday 11th July) year 10 Geographers visited the Dorset coastline as a part of their GCSE course. We had a great time at Lulworth Cove with all pupils (and teachers!) making the trek across the hill and down to Durdle Door. Pupils learnt about the different features along the coastline and saw the magnificant [...]
On Thursday 11th July, Harrow Way showcased its musical talent in the annual Summer Music Department Showcase. The evening gives an opportunity for studetns to perform what they have learnt over the last term in their music lessons and after school clubs. Performing were the school band, school choir, soloist singers, students who have guitar [...]
Today students spent the day at Auschwitz concentration camp, where they had a full guided tour. The day was quite emotional and thought provoking for the students and staff but they behaved fantastically and were a credit to the school. Currently there is a big storm, but everyone is looking forward to an evening meal [...]
Today (Thursday 4th July) 24 History students departed for Krakow in Poland. They have all arrived safely after a great flight and early departure. The weather is hot and sunny, as they head off to a water park this afternoon.
Harrow Way held their annual sports day on the morning of Wednesday 3rd July. There was a lot of throwing, running and jumping sports for students to compete in. In joint first place was Hawks (yellow) House and Buzzards (blue) House and they share the Sports Day house cup. It was very close and was [...]
Dear Parents Mr Serridge, the Headteacher of Harrow Way Community School, has started a new blog which will be published fortnightly, time permitting of course. You can also follow Harrow Way on twitter @harrowway The summer term has been an enormously busy time for the school. We have had a wide range of activities taking [...]
Tuesday and Wednesday have seen lots more activities and the groups have also got onto the water. Water sports include Windsurfing, Kayaking and Sailing. All of the students have said how much they are enjoying trying new sports, but are very tired by the evening. Tuesday night activity was led by the school staff, we [...]