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30/06/25

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29/06/25

A proud night for Harris. pic.twitter.com/6fw5gKBFkB

27/06/25

As voting approaches, it's election fever at HABE. Who will be the next Head Girl! Watch this space! pic.twitter.com/GLP0gUJnf4

27/06/25

Staff treats done right! After performing like pro athletes on sports day to bring joy to our students, our amazing team refuelled with laughter, snacks, and ice cream. Childlike joy, serious camaraderie, and a whole lot of crisps! It's just the HABE Way. pic.twitter.com/aBqK7oduwn

26/06/25

Harris Federation wins Large Academy Trust of the Year at the prestigious TES Schools Awards. pic.twitter.com/BluVVU8FRI

25/06/25

Looking forward to see our Year 13 this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/3e2iXGFVCE

21/06/25

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21/06/25

A few more highlights from the Prom! pic.twitter.com/tci0tQlk0r

20/06/25

One not to miss! Tickets are available via the link - Welcome to Fairfield Halls - https:/tickets.fairfield.co.uk/28659/28660 pic.twitter.com/2RcX6BnfLU

19/06/25

It's getting hot in there, a bit of air please! pic.twitter.com/hYBHTIpIfq

19/06/25

On the dance floor 🕺 💃 pic.twitter.com/FqV88Zp7hX

19/06/25

Prom 2025 pic.twitter.com/RWe3b1WEjU

19/06/25

Thank you to everyone who attended the webinar tonight on Let's Talk About Our Kids and Their Tech with Dr Helen Thomas We appreciate your comments and questions.

19/06/25

It's Year 11 PROM night- looking forward to seeing our amazing Year 11 students to celebrate their time here at HABE. pic.twitter.com/HIz8h4b5Sk

17/06/25

A reminder of the webinar on Thursday at 7.30pm. To register please follow the link below: https://t.co/EC8wu4dzgc pic.twitter.com/KOBhvVO9TZ

13/06/25

🎉 It’s just the HABE way! Today we hit our highest daily attendance ever with 4 year groups above 97% and Year 11s leading at over 99%! 👏 Top 10 tutor groups celebrated with early dismissal. Students love being here—because at HABE, school is where we thrive. pic.twitter.com/NwYqRBWgum

13/06/25

Beautiful Day for Shirt signing at HABE- celebrating our Yr11 students pic.twitter.com/XpNpMYz0Y9

13/06/25

Class of 2025 pic.twitter.com/1a0v0hEP5o

13/06/25

Exciting news - Bookings for Open Mornings are now available! Book here:https://t.co/p6nm61sdP6 pic.twitter.com/KSiALBymDX

13/06/25

A great day out for our Year 12s at the UCAS and Apprenticeship Fair today! 🧑‍🎓 pic.twitter.com/q8Mb5V98FM

Harris Academies
All Academies in our Federation aim to transform the lives of the students they serve by bringing about rapid improvement in examination results, personal development and aspiration.

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Westminster

Catering Information & Useful Links

Our catering service is provided by Innovate IFG, part of the Impact Food Group. Innovate is a well-established and experienced school caterer. The service is provided under contract with Harris Federation.

Catering 1Download the current lunchtime menu (updated May 2025). The menu runs on a three-weekly cycle and includes halal and non-halal options. In addition we are offer the following menu promotions (April-July 2025):

The current price lists (updated May 2025) are:

The academy uses a cashless catering system for food and drink purchases. Our menu has been created after extensive research into student preferences; it is also nutritious and compliant with all government guidelines. The menu aims to offer more of what students want, including good food that can be eaten on the go.

Download the Eatwell Guide from Public Health England, which provides a useful overview of what food groups make up a balanced and healthy diet.


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Cashless payments

The academy uses the ParentPay system which is a cashless system for canteen purchases.  We use a Biometric system. Parent Pay is in operation for accounts to be topped up online. Students can also top up their accounts on site with cash if required.


Free school meals

If you are receiving any of the following benefits your child could be eligible for Free School Meals, worth £2.68 per day:

  • Income Support
  • Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
  • Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
  • Universal Credit - if you apply on or after 1 April 2018 your household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get)

Free School Meal applications should be made online, using this link: https://www.cloudforedu.org.uk/ofsm/harrisfederation.

If you are unable to use the online system, please complete the form below and email it to info@harrisbeckenham.org.uk along with any supporting documents.

Click HERE to download the Free School Meals application form.

The Academy will also receive an extra Pupil Premium funding, which can be used for resources such as extra tuition, additional teaching staff or after-school activities.

What happens next?

Once we have received your application your details will be checked via the Eligibility Checking Service and you will be advised by letter whether or not your claim is successful.  Confirmation of eligibility will also be sent to your child(ren)'s school.

From April 2018 the criteria used to determine eligibility has been updated to reflect the roll out of Universal Credit payments. To ensure families are not disadvantaged during the roll out period the following arrangements have been put in place.

Any child eligible for free school meals on 1 April 2018 will retain their eligibility until the end of the roll out in March 2023 regardless of family circumstance change. Once the roll out of Universal Credit is complete no child will lose their entitlement and it will continue until the end of their current phase of education.


Allergies

If a student has any food allergies or intolerances, students must inform the academy Medical Lead and the Catering Manager, who can provide further information. Food allergen information is labelled in BOLD on all pre-packaged food. Allergen information on all other food products is available from the catering team on request.

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Useful links

Parentview website: https://parentview.ofsted.gov.uk/

Ofsted website: http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/

Department of Education performance table: http://www.education.gov.uk/cgi-bin/schools/performance/school.pl?urn=137121

Parentpay: https://www.parentpay.com/

Free School Meals - find out more

Websites providing parental information regarding accessing materials to ensure their children are kept safe online:

 

 

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