Harris in Conversation

Our latest episode is slightly different, we talk to Beth (Principal of Harris Manchester College) and Harry (a former Harris Manchester student) about this unique Oxford College dedicated to supporting students over 21 years old. We discuss the benefits of studying later in life and share practical insights about how you can apply.

What does it take to turn an apprenticeship into a career? To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, we’re joined by two incredible Harris alumni, Efe and Isaiah, who chose the apprenticeship route. Tune in as they share their personal journeys, reflect on the support they received at Harris, and offer invaluable advice for students looking to find a pathway that truly works for them.

In this episode, we catch up with Ayo, a former student at Harris Chafford Hundred and now a Harris Governor and Alan, Head of Governance at the Harris Federation. Together they discuss why Governor's are so crucial at Harris and what the role involves.

In this episode, we catch up with Naara, a former student at Harris Greenwich, and now a Teaching Assistant at Harris Peckham, and Rachel, her Music teacher. We explore Naara’s journey joining Harris, and discuss the transformative role of music in the lives of students across the Federation.

In this episode, we reconnect with Harris alumni, now Harris teacher, Robert Prybus and Harris Academy Chobham Executive Principal Fran Perry. They share stories from the early days of Harris South Norwood, reflect on the transition from Stanley Tech, and discuss their inspiring journeys into education - plus why teaching can be one of the most rewarding careers.

In our latest episode we catch up with Harris Alumni Leah, who discusses her leadership journey through Harris South Norwood and into her successful career in banking.

In this episode we catch up with former Harris Ockendon student Alexandra and her former teacher Kelly, who remember their time together at the academy, and reflect on how unforeseen challenges can sometimes lead to the most positive outcomes.

In this episode we catch up with Harris Academy South Norwood alumnus Daniel and senior leader Celia, who reminisce about Daniel's time at the academy, discuss the school's fostering of creativity, art and the performing arts, and explore what life has had in store for Daniel in recent years.

In this very special episode we hear from Harris leaders as they reflect on the recent news that Harris Federation has been named the TES Trust of the Year 2025.

In this special episode of Harris in Conversation we catch up with Harris Principals Sam and Steve, who reflect on their respective journeys into leadership and the challenges and highlights they have faced along the way.