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12/06/25

Careers Day today at Harris Primary Academy Haling Park in South Croydon. A privilege to talk to Y6 about a career in politics and being an entrepreneur. I hear the fire engine visit was popular too! pic.twitter.com/rM5ux4Bhay

06/06/25

Eid Mubarak from all of us at Friends of HPAHP! Wishing our pupils, parents, staff and community a joyful and peaceful Eid. Eid Mubarak! — Friends of HPAHP (PTA) 🌙✨#EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/1UDucSBVlF

12/05/25

You’ve got this, Year 6 — we’re cheering you on every step of the way!#SAT pic.twitter.com/wsLEM6LBP6

12/05/25

You’ve got this, Year 6 — we’re cheering you on every step of the way!#SAT pic.twitter.com/wsLEM6LBP6

20/04/25

Happy Easter! As we celebrate this season of hope, renewal, and joy, we wish all who are marking Easter a peaceful and blessed day filled with love, reflection, and togetherness.#HappyEaster pic.twitter.com/ErN78kck2i

20/04/25

Happy Easter! As we celebrate this season of hope, renewal, and joy, we wish all who are marking Easter a peaceful and blessed day filled with love, reflection, and togetherness.#HappyEaster pic.twitter.com/ErN78kck2i

10/03/25

Celebrating World Book Day with Marielle Bayliss reading her books Frog's Bog and Frog in a Fog to Croydon pupils from pic.twitter.com/dTwUpucAqZ

08/03/25

At Harris Primary Academy Haling Park, our children learn about inspiring women who have shaped history, innovation & culture. On  , we celebrate their achievements—past, present & future—to inspire the next generation! ✨    "

07/03/25

Unity in action this Ramadan at HPAHP! Some of our staff joined their Muslim colleagues in fasting today, and our amazing parents brought in delicious food to share. A beautiful moment of togetherness and community!     

07/03/25

Celebrating World Book Day with Marielle Bayliss reading her books Frog's Bog and Frog in a Fog to Croydon pupils from pic.twitter.com/dTwUpucAqZ

04/03/25

World Book Day is almost here! 📚✨ Don’t forget to dress up as your favourite book character on this Thursday, 6th March and celebrate the magic of reading! Who will you be? 👀           

28/02/25

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim Families! As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all our Muslim families. May this blessed month bring peace, reflection, and joy to you and your loved ones.    

25/02/25

As part of our World Book Day celebrations, we will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from Thursday 27th February to Thursday 6th March. We look forward to seeing you there!    

23/02/25

🌸 Celebrate all the amazing motherly figures in your life with HPAHP's special event! 🎁 For just £5, surprise your mom, stepmom, grandma, aunt, big sister, or any cherished figure with a delightful gift they'll love. 🛍️ Sale starts: 24-02-2025 @ 12am pic.twitter.com/zixZSF6UJ3

23/02/25

📍 Drop-off location: school reception 📅 Deadline: 28-02-2025 📅 Costume sale: 03-03-2025 & 04-03-2025 Every donation helps parents save money while making sure all children can join in the fun. Thank you for your support! 💙#WorldBookDay

13/02/25

🌟 Governors Awareness Day 🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to all of our incredible governors for their unwavering support and dedication to our academy.       

07/02/25

We’ve now created a new Instagram page! Go and give us a follow to keep up with all the different events and stories that are happening in our school community. 📸

04/02/25

🚔 Today, the  visited our Year 5 & 6 students for an important assembly on staying safe and stranger danger. Crucial lessons to help keep our young people safe! Thank you to the officers that came to our school! 👮🚨    

03/02/25

Our children are having the time of their lives at the O2 Arena for the Young Voices concert! An unforgettable night of music, energy, and joy! 🎤🎶🎫  

08/01/25

"Exciting news! Alma-nac visited our school, and Year 5 took part in workshops as energy detectives! They explored ways to help the school improve energy usage and become  . Amazing work, Year 5! 🌍💡

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Meet our Staff

Staff at Harris Primary Haling Park 2025-2026

Assistant Director

Vikki Forbes

Head of Academy

Terrie-Ann Wright

Vice Principal

Ruechel Smith

Assistant Principal

Colette Bediako

EYFS Lead

Kristina Giraud

Harris Federation Curriculum Lead

Samantha French

 

 

SENCO

Laura Humphreys

Nursery - Apple Class

Acky Rarras

Reception – Cherry Class

Kristina Giraud
Reception - Palm Class Natasha Mckenzie

Year 1 – Bonsai Class

Krystle Attwood

Year 1 – Redwood Class

Jennifer Namayanja

Year 2 – Sycamore Class

Greta Kvientinskaite

Year 2 – Cedar Class

Sophia Matthews

Year 3 – Birch Class

Ifrah Muhammed

Year 3 – Willow Class

Karen Adenle

Year 4 - Olive Class Chenne Bernard

Year 4 – Magnolia Class

Katie Blackmon
Sarah McFarlane

Year 5 – Ash Class

Sam Clarke

Year 5 – Banyan Class

Freeda Acheampong

Year 6 – Oak Class

Colette Bediako

Year 6 - Maple Class Tanaz Ali
PPA Teacher Kat Buckley

Learning Support

Chantelle Graham

Learning Support

Eva Prodromou

Learning Support

Ellie McCormack

Learning Support

Debbie Holland

Learning Support

Rachel Mullinder

Learning Support

Carolyn Bazely

Learning Support

Marcia McLean

Learning Support

Maggie Niedzwiedzka

Learning Support

Grace Machin

Learning Support

Megan Locke

Learning Support

Nesrin Quinn

Learning Support

George Beamont

Learning Support Sophie Hearn

Smiths Sports Coach

Lauren Stain-Sterling

 

Midday Meals Supervisors

Joana Da Silva, Melanie Kates & Stevie Khan

Office Manager

Lauren Gorman

Admin Assistant

Gary Lillywhite & Chloe Gibson

Premises

Andy Dyke