Harris Westminster Sixth Form

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Short inspection of Harris Westminster

Sixth Form Inspection dates: 18 and 19 September 2024 Outcome Harris Westminster Sixth Form continues to be an outstanding provider.

Information about this provider Harris Westminster Sixth Form is a selective free school for students aged 16 to 19It is part of the Harris Federation. The sixth form prioritises places for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. At the time of the inspection, there were 625 students, of whom 306 were in their second year of study.

All students enrol on an academic study programme made up of four A levels or equivalent. What is it like to be a learner with this provider? Students are highly satisfied with the excellent quality of educat...ion they receive. They thrive due to the challenging and stimulating teaching they experienceStudents, through the support and guidance given by staff, develop their confidence in their own abilities rapidly.

They are ambitious for their futures and strive to achieve their absolute best in all circumstancesStudents develop their knowledge of the subjects they learn extremely wellThey gain mastery of the knowledge and skills required to be highly successful in their final examinations. Nearly all students move on to study at universities that have demanding entry requirements. Students have extensive opportunities to broaden their knowledge and experience beyond the A-level subjects they studyThey benefit hugely from talks by guest speakers, frequent employer engagement activities, thought-provoking trips, and participating in the sixth form's societies.

Through participating in these activities, students are able to apply critical thinking to a range of topics and have deep understanding of each other's cultural perspectivesStudents feel safe. They have a thorough understanding of the extensive range of actions which leaders take to keep them safe. Students have a well-developed understanding of the need to keep themselves both physically and mentally healthy.

For example, they can explain with remarkable depth the benefits of and necessity for healthy sleep patterns