harris westminster sixth form
London
Welcome to Harris Westminster Sixth Form. We are one of the highest-performing
sixth forms in the UK and it is my enormous privilege to lead it as Head of
School. I have worked at Harris Westminster since 2015 and this is truly a
special school, with the most fantastic students and the most engaging and
inspirational staff. My educational background is a little different to most of
our students; I grew up in the United States while attending boarding school in
Worcestershire, but I then went on to study Economics at UCL and have been based
in London ever since. My own school journey is what drives my desire to work
with students like ours. I teach maths and love maths- but didn't read it at
university (it wasn't the cool option...!) It is our job as sixth form staff to
help make sure our students make the best decisions for themselves around what
they love, through sharing as much information we can and being sounding boards
for their ambitions. At the heart of our school is the belief that, given the
right opportunities, students from any background can succeed at the highest
levels, both at university or apprenticeships and in their future careers. Our
academic successes are clear, both in terms of outstanding A-Level results and
post-18 destinations, and we are particularly proud of the achievement of those
students from less advantaged backgrounds. While academics are important and are
the key to opening doors to universities or apprenticeships, it is the enormous
breadth of other opportunities available to Harris Westminster students that
really set them up for success in life, and sets us apart from other sixth
forms. We encourage students to explore the hinterland of their subjects by
attending academic societies, reading widely, competing in essay competitions,
and responding wisely. We encourage students to explore their own personal
hinterland by choosing diverse cultural perspectives courses, attending one of
our big-6 societies where they can discuss real-life issues and events, joining
clubs just because they sound interesting, choosing unusual sport options,
taking part in house events, or by taking on one of the many leadership
opportunities available.
