Start of the New Academic Year

Monday 7 September 2026

We are delighted to welcome our new and returning students back for the start of the academic year.

• Year 7 students should arrive at 8.30am and will be greeted by staff, who will support them as they begin their journey at Harris Academy Falconwood.
• Year 12 students should arrive at 8.30am and will be greeted by staff as they begin the next stage of their educational journey in our Sixth Form.
• Year 11 students and their families are invited to attend a meeting at the Academy to learn more about our new Year 11 Purple Route Programme. These sessions will outline the support, expectations and strategies that will help students maximise their success during this important examination year.

Tuesday 8 September 2026

All students should return to the Academy at the following times:

We look forward to welcoming all students back to the Academy and beginning another year of excellence, ambition and success together. We encourage all students to arrive punctually, in full Academy uniform, and ready to make the most of every opportunity that the new academic year will bring.