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17/07/25

Vacation Mode Activated (…almost) Mabel’s still got one day left with the students,⁰but the sunglasses say otherwise.⁰She's got that "out-of-office pending" energy. 😎🐾⁰#TherapyDog pic.twitter.com/TDXLQizFOW

17/07/25

Vacation Mode Activated (…almost) Mabel’s still got one day left with the students, but the sunglasses say otherwise. She's got that "out-of-office pending" energy. 😎🐾

16/07/25

Year 12 took on the Entrepreneurs Academies Challenge at NatWest Moorgate! They ran a simulated phone biz, tackling real-world tasks in finance, marketing & more—gaining key startup insights. Read more 👇🏽 https://t.co/aePnTlDiuB pic.twitter.com/06wLx495xN

11/07/25

Huge congrats to Harris Academy Bermondsey for placing 3rd in the Grand Finale—out of 2,250 students! 👏 Special shoutout to Gloria, who won the ‘Rising Star’ award for her resilience, earning £300 Axel Arigato trainers! pic.twitter.com/34YQn7Nyq6

11/07/25

Huge congrats to Gloria from Harris Academy Bermondsey for placing 3rd in the Grand Finale! Her team Motivatorz wowed judges with bold climate solutions. A big win for Southwark & the future of STEM! pic.twitter.com/E4rBlpYw8r

11/07/25

Sunshine, sports & non-stop vibes! ☀️🎶 Girls Allowed lit up the 3G pitch with ESP Foundation & Year 8/9. VR, boxing, dance & more! Huge thanks to Ms Kelly, ESP coaches & Yr10 photogs Amelia & Nicole. What a day! 👏 pic.twitter.com/UPqp5EcIQx

10/07/25

Spectacular performances at the Harris Federation Festival of Music. https://t.co/WVFuUYIJEJ

09/07/25

Steel Pans playing Classical music! Soloists, Choir. Y5 electric guitar solo! The talent in our schools is amazing! Congrats to all of you, what wonderful performances. pic.twitter.com/TjYEnwK9KV

04/07/25

Six Y10 students are Grand Finalists in Sustainable London 2025 with ! Their climate solutions could win a cash prize, trophy & career opps. Finale: Mon 7 July, 5-8:30pm, NatWest HQ. RSVP: https://t.co/JomhCxSAB5 pic.twitter.com/KEtXv1wiCa

24/06/25

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18/06/25

Our Year 10s are proud to be part of the Sweaty Betty Foundation campaign highlighting why 1 in 3 girls stop PE due to changing room experiences. HAB is 1 of 5 schools redesigning these spaces into positive, empowering environments. Read more here >> https://t.co/M4A97DxpIq pic.twitter.com/VFdSJdQVxf

18/06/25

Our trailblazing Year 10s are leading ’s campaign tackling why 1 in 3 girls drop PE due to changing room issues. HAB is 1 of 5 schools redesigning them into empowering spaces. Our students are architects of change. 💪 https://t.co/M4A97DxpIq pic.twitter.com/2BborGvd6K

18/06/25

🧵1/2 On (and actually everyday) I'd like to send a big shout out to my team, department and faculty 🧵1/2 💜 https://t.co/jG5J6hLAuP

18/06/25

🧵1/2 On (and actually everyday) I'd like to send a big shout out to my team, department and faculty 🧵1/2 💜 https://t.co/jG5J6hLAuP

18/06/25

Our trailblazing Year 10s are leading ’s campaign tackling why 1 in 3 girls drop PE due to changing room issues. HAB is 1 of 5 schools redesigning them into empowering spaces. Our students are architects of change. 💪https://t.co/M4A97DxpIq pic.twitter.com/yRSrZ7e69a

05/06/25

Newsletter out now! Download your copy here https://t.co/kHhZRpLM5u

05/06/25

Huge congratulations to HAB Year 10 students Niamh, Megan & Isra! All three earned Gold in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge & qualified for the prestigious Pink Kangaroo Challenge. Special shoutout to Niamh – Silver & Best in School! 🥇✨ pic.twitter.com/RXDd0ORD5j

03/06/25

🎉 Huge congrats to HAB6 stars Tiamaria, Isabella & Swabra, for smashing the HSK 1 Mandarin exam after just 1 year of study! Despite Year 13 pressures, they’re continuing Mandarin at uni—true dedication to language & culture. pic.twitter.com/DYlBoG63ci

02/06/25

Our students shone at the Words for Work: Women in Leadership event with & Lancôme. From powerful panels to inspiring speeches, HAB is shaping future leaders—full of ambition, compassion, and respect. pic.twitter.com/c08L4iJkvv

02/04/25

Meet the HAB Maths Team! Meet the team heading up our Maths Department here at HAB.... Multiplying Success! pic.twitter.com/JrYYZ7VzCP

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Posted on February 7th 2024

Igniting Literary Enthusiasm: HAB Library's Vibrant Literary Tea Party Engages Students in Creative Activities

Transforming into a hub of enchantment, the Academy Library played host to an electric Literary Tea Party on Monday, February 5th. Curated by the school librarian to honour the wonders of literature, the event buzzed with upbeat activities and contagious energy.

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Students dove head first into the world of potion-making, channelling their inner wizards and witches as they concocted imaginative brews. With ingredients like fire water and fairy dust, each potion carried the essence of beloved tales, sparking excitement and creativity.

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Drawing inspiration from the curious world of "Alice in Wonderland," students embarked on a whimsical journey of gingerbread decorating, transforming ordinary treats into colourful confections. Laughter echoed as they crafted edible masterpieces, infusing the room with joy and camaraderie.

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Injecting a dose of adrenaline into the festivities, students took aim in an archery challenge, channelling their inner heroes inspired by literary legends. With every bullseye hit, cheers erupted, fostering a sense of friendly competition and accomplishment.

Amidst the lively atmosphere, students revelled in the shared love for literature.

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Hawa from Year 8 said "I'm so happy; it was the greatest and best day in school! Thank you!"

"I really loved the tea party because it had really fun games and some good snacks and was overall just really fun.
I think I was selected because I come to the library a lot and participate in any reading challenges I get." said Jasmine Year 8

Megan from Year 9 said  "I really enjoyed the tea party - it was fun to talk to other bookworms."

One thing was clear, the library stands as a haven in HAB where creative visions flourish, nurtured by the endless possibilities found within its shelves.

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All photos by Photography club students Janaey and Natalliah from Year 9.