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03/12/25

After seeing how successful our One Jamaica One Love Relief Drive was last week our students decided to leave the drive open for an extra day. Amazing work from our student body.

01/12/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Asinine, adj. 1. extremely stupid or foolish.    

27/11/25

Hats off to all the Year 13 students who performed their devised pieces for their A-Level Drama assessments last week. Congratulations to you all 🎊🎊

25/11/25

So proud of our amazing student body who came together for Our One Day Jamaica Relief Drive on Friday 🇯🇲 Thank you to the staff and students who worked to make it possible - your generosity has had a real impact.

25/11/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Jejune, adj. 1. naive, simplistic, and superficial; "their entirely predictable and usually jejune opinions". 2. (of ideas or writings) dry and uninteresting.    

13/11/25

It was great to hear from another of our alumni this week as we spoke to Zaya, she's doing amazingly at a degree apprenticeship. If you'd like to read more about Zaya's experience at HCL6F and her time since click the link below! harrisclaphamsixthform.org.u…

10/11/25

A final reminder about our Open Evening tomorrow on Tuesday - we look forward to meeting you all!

10/11/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Gibbous, adj. most often used to describe the moon or a planet when it is seen with more than half, but not all of the apparent disk illuminated.    

03/11/25

8 days until our Open Evening on Tuesday 11 November. Book your place today! pic.twitter.com/N5R9h9wNza

22/10/25

Last week some of our students took part in the Senior Mathematical Challenge, a competition run by UKMT. It's always great to see our students aiming high and celebrating their knowledge. So proud of everyone that competed!      

20/10/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Obviate, v. to obviate something (usually a need for something, or a necessity) is to anticipate and prevent it    

15/10/25

Open Evening 2025, Tuesday 11th November, 16:30-19:00. More information in the picture. We look forward to seeing you!#HCL6F pic.twitter.com/2OLbexAoEt

13/10/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Mollify, v. appease the anger or anxiety of (someone). e.g. "nature reserves were set up around the power stations to mollify the local conservationists"#HCL6F

08/10/25

We're so excited that our Cultural Perspectives classes started last week, it's always great to see our students exploring something meaningful beyond the curriculum. This term students options include alchemy, Greek myths, healthy relationships, surrealism, and more.

06/10/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon:  Debunk, v. expose the falseness or hollowness of (an idea or belief    

29/09/25

This week in Mr Leprêtre's Lexicon: Sinuous, adj. having many curves and turns. "the river follows a sinuous trail through the dale".    

26/09/25

We've had the great privilege to speak to another of our alumni recently, click below to read about how Zaya is doing at her Bloomberg degree apprenticeship. harrisclaphamsixthform.org.u…    

22/09/25

This week in Mr Lepretres Lexicon: Cynicism, n. an inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; scepticism

19/09/25

In this week's newsletter we hear about the HCL6F Freshers Fair, hear from Ms Eldridge, about one of our House Heros - Frida Khalo, and Head of School Ms Heuston reflects on the words of James Baldwin. Click the link below to read! harrisclaphamsixthform.org.u…

09/09/25

Recently, we spoke to one of our 2024 alumni Daniel, click the link below to read about what he's been up to since he left HCL6F and his advice to new year 12s! harrisclaphamsixthform.org.u…

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Principal's Welcome

Sarah Heuston 2

Welcome to Harris Clapham Sixth Form. It is a privilege to lead an academy built on a love of learning and a belief in the transformational power of education. We serve students in Lambeth and beyond with a rigorous curriculum, expert teaching, and a community that believes every young person can achieve more than they imagine. 

As part of the Harris Federation, the highest performing multi-academy trust in the country, we combine the care of a close-knit sixth form with the strength and stability of a proven network of outstanding schools. 

 

Why Harris Clapham Sixth Form? 

An Outstanding Sixth Form on Your Doorstep 
We are proud to be part of an elite group of sixth forms – ranked among the top 10% of Further Education providers nationally and one of the only Outstanding sixth forms in Lambeth. Excellence is not just a promise here; it’s a proven reality. 

A Place to Step Confidently into Adult Life 
Sixth form is about more than qualifications – it’s about becoming the person you aspire to be. Guided by our values of courage, commitment, and confidence, we help you develop independence and resilience, so you leave ready for life beyond school and can fly into an exciting future, at university or in an apprenticeship.  

What We Offer 

A Wide Range of Courses for Every Ambition 
Whether your next step is a Russel Group university on an elite course like Medicine or Law, a competitive apprenticeship, or a specialist career, we provide an extensive choice of A Levels and vocational pathways. Those seeking an academic pathway can choose from a wide range of facilitating A Levels across all disciplines, and, for students seeking more practical courses rooted in the skills required for industry, our vocational pathways are available. Many students choose to blend these pathways to secure a wide range of skills and knowledge and embark on a curriculum that opens doors and fuels aspirations. 

Exceptional Results Across All Pathways 
Our academic and vocational outcomes are consistently strong, and vocational results are exceptional. This gives you the strongest possible foundation for your future. 

High Expectations, High Support 
Our motto, come as you are, and we will teach you to fly, means we take you from where you are to exceptional. We set ambitious goals and provide personalised support to help you achieve them. This is a place for new beginnings and big dreams. 

Small Classes, Big Impact 
Unlike many rivals, our class sizes are small. Every student is known, supported, and challenged. Your journey is personal, never one-size-fits-all. 

A Bridge Between School and University 
Our mature environment mirrors university life, with societies, leadership roles, and opportunities that prepare you for the next stage. 

Beyond the Classroom 

World-Class Facilities 
From state-of-the-art science labs to bespoke creative spaces, our facilities provide the perfect setting for academic and personal growth. 

Careers Programme and Industry Partnerships 
We go beyond qualifications. Our careers programme is robust and forward-thinking, offering personalised guidance and access to exclusive opportunities. Through partnerships with leading businesses and organisations – including global tech firms, law practices, healthcare providers, creative agencies, and financial institutions – we open doors to Russell Group universities, Oxbridge, and competitive apprenticeships. Students benefit from work experience placements, networking events, and mentoring schemes with industry professionals, giving you a head start in the world of work. 

Expert Staff and Pastoral Care 
Our experienced teachers and dedicated pastoral team ensure you feel supported academically and emotionally throughout your journey. 

The Clapham Character 

Everything we do is rooted in our values – and on your journey to successful adulthood, we’ll teach you how to live them with courage, commitment, and confidence 

Courage 
We have the courage to lead and to work hard for what is right, not what is easy. We accept responsibility, face our limitations, and remain determined to overcome them. 

Commitment 
We know that real achievement is earned, not given. We are committed to our own future and to the success of those around us. We never compromise what is true, just, or kind for short-term gain. 

Confidence 
We believe in ourselves and in others. Setbacks do not dispirit us; we see them as opportunities for growth. Our confidence lifts those around us as we rise together. 

Your future starts here. Come as you are and we will teach you to fly. 

Sarah Heuston