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30/06/25

Our latest Weekly Community Bulletin is out now. https://t.co/Zwajz4eTEO pic.twitter.com/uSjzjafhOj

23/06/25

https://t.co/ld7PeEGYVB "The school's Principal, Dan MacPherson, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) the Ofsted rating has given pupils "a real sense of pride", and credited them for making the school 'Outstanding'." pic.twitter.com/yn7fEiD69y

23/06/25

Our Weekly Community Bulletin in out now. https://t.co/GaGEaXCqBE pic.twitter.com/geiK9XseHD

16/06/25

Come and visit our “Outstanding” Academy Our Open Morning offers an opportunity for parents and students to meet the Principal, key staff, and current pupils, and to get a flavour of daily life at HSAEL. Follow the link or scan code to reserve your place.https://t.co/FVBQoP7dyo pic.twitter.com/Of3Tzs5cy2

16/06/25

Our Weekly Community Bulletin is out now. https://t.co/DG03umbAwV pic.twitter.com/ltD8IVSjbu

16/06/25

News of our "OUTSTANDING" Ofsted report in the press. Thanks to The “highly ambitious curriculum” was a key focus of the report. Inspectors praised the “broad and diverse” range of topics which students are taught...” https://t.co/CDwiYm4Clr pic.twitter.com/WKHXeQBSso

09/06/25

This week's Community Bulletin is out now on our website. https://t.co/6qWcxy7iMt pic.twitter.com/zXdmfFAByF

29/05/25

In the latest HSAEL blog post, Ms Wake, Head of History suggests that our curriculum 'is like a beautiful English summer garden, and at KS3, our students are budding with skills and knowledge by the summer term...' read the full piece on our website.https://t.co/tH6HiyVBEf pic.twitter.com/f0v7Gfck0n

19/05/25

In our latest blog post, 'The House HSAEL Built', we explore our unique approach to SEND and why we do things differently. We embedded SEND support into the very foundations of our teaching , ensuring every student thrives from day one.https://t.co/glbd4kqoV1 pic.twitter.com/jVHfEjk7R0

19/05/25

Our latest Weekly Community Bulletin is out now. https://t.co/FfDYUuSIOM pic.twitter.com/S2yehZ3yxp

12/05/25

Our latest weekly Community Bulletin is out now. https://t.co/u0lwSTeBfN pic.twitter.com/HcWudo2VLc

08/05/25

Best of luck to all our students starting their GCSEs this week, and well done for all your hard work! pic.twitter.com/S4EDZXu4Jm

07/05/25

Our latest Weekly Community Bulletin is out now. https://t.co/AmyHswUqR9 pic.twitter.com/XQtTdRl20h

29/04/25

Our 23 Mini Marathon runners. Four were competing in the Championships for Newham Borough, with Romeu achieving a fast 9m 28sec on the 2.6km course. The rest ran in the 2.6km or 1 mile event and all enjoyed being cheered on by the crowds outside Buckingham Palace! pic.twitter.com/8ThtIVlHqd

28/04/25

We were delighted that 29 HSAEL students took part in the London Mini Marathon on Sat 26th April. This event allowed them to run the final part of the course the day before the main race. Well done all! pic.twitter.com/ZMJedSTYS5

28/04/25

This week's Community Bulletin is now available on our website. https://t.co/YN8D14AptT pic.twitter.com/b2V5KISICy

23/04/25

Easter greetings. Students returned from their break yesterday in time for Earth Day and St George's Day and cleverly decided to combine both. So here's the winning entry of our Earth Day poster competition, plus students' poem which was read out yesterday. Edited by Amelija, Y10 pic.twitter.com/RDbtA17xzg

11/04/25

This week's Community Bulletin is out now on our website. Happy Easter. https://t.co/XuCvLBhSWJ pic.twitter.com/d1pL428eex

10/04/25

HSAEL featured in this week. https://t.co/1YLfU9ruEs pic.twitter.com/M1YZSC8mqX

31/03/25

May this special day bring peace, happiness and prosperity to everyone. pic.twitter.com/kgU5gaiZvv

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Commitment, Vision, Values...

Our Commitment

Harris Science Academy East London is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors. We prioritise creating a safe, secure, and respectful environment for everyone within our academy. This environment actively promotes the fundamental British Values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs.

Our Vision

We at Harris Science Academy East London are dedicated to fostering a child-centred approach to safeguarding. This ensures that the individual rights and needs of every child are central to our decision-making and actions. We achieve this by:

  • Promoting a culture of care and well-being: We cultivate a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that fosters the social, moral, spiritual, cultural, and physical development of all our students. This environment encourages open communication, empowering individuals to confidently share concerns about their own well-being or that of others.
  • Empowering individuals with knowledge: We provide regular training and resources to all staff and volunteers. This training equips them with the knowledge and skills to identify potential safeguarding concerns, respond sensitively, and report them appropriately. The LDT curriculum complements this by providing students with the same knowledge base, fostering a shared understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Prioritising robust procedures: We maintain clear and up-to-date policies and procedures aligned with current legislation and best practice. This includes rigorous recruitment practices and vetting procedures to ensure the safety of everyone within our care.
  • Building positive relationships: We believe in establishing strong, trusting relationships with all our students, staff, and families. We collaborate effectively with external agencies to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to safeguarding.

Our Values

We uphold the following core values, which are intrinsically linked to a strong safeguarding culture:

  • Growth: We believe every individual has the potential to thrive in a safe and supportive environment. This includes fostering a growth mindset in safeguarding, where we continuously learn and improve our practices to better protect everyone.
  • Responsibility: We empower all members of our community to take responsibility for their own well-being and the safety of others. This includes creating a culture where reporting concerns is encouraged and supported.
  • Ambition: We foster a culture where everyone feels safe to take risks and challenge themselves, knowing they will be supported if they encounter difficulties. This safe environment reduces vulnerability to exploitation or abuse.
  • Compassion: We cultivate a sense of empathy and understanding for everyone within our academy. This allows us to identify individuals who may be at risk and provide them with the support they need.
  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in safeguarding practice. This involves ongoing training, robust procedures, and a commitment to continuous improvement to ensure the highest level of protection for all.

Continuous Improvement

We recognise the importance of continuous improvement in safeguarding practice. We will regularly review our policies, procedures, and training to ensure they remain effective in a changing environment.

We are committed to collaborating with all stakeholders to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone within Harris Science Academy East London.

Testimonials (Summer 2024)

93% of students agree that “I feel safe when I am at school”.

“My tutor is always the first person I talk to if I have a problem or worry. They always listen to me and help me to resolve the problem or share it with my Head of Year if they can’t fix it.” HSAEL student

94% of parents report that “my child feels safe at this school”. 

"Safety is a main strength of the academy". HSAEL parent

100% of Staff believe “pupils are safe at this school”.

"The CPD sessions are well led and help improve my pedagogy and safeguarding knowledge." HSAEL staff member