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14/11/25

Our ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted Celebration reminded us just how talented and passionate our HCACP student community is. We are so proud of everyone who took the stage and showed our special guests what we are all about!     

14/11/25

At HCACP one of our core values is democracy. Today HCACP are voting in the student council elections. Here we have the Arts and Communications Faculties casting their vote. pic.twitter.com/HGFtFPXEyo

13/11/25

Kindness costs nothing but changes everything. This World Kindness Day, let’s show how powerful kindness can be in person and online.#WorldKindnessDay pic.twitter.com/uipVune7Ub

12/11/25

Today we’re standing up to cyberbullying. Every message, comment, and post matters, so let’s choose kindness, respect, and support online. Together, we can make the internet a safer place for everyone. pic.twitter.com/QUOX5LpzOp

12/11/25

It was a pleasure to host our brilliant alumni and share this big achievement, which they have been a huge part of. Thank you for taking the time to reconnect and celebrate with us! Thank you for the brilliant photos! pic.twitter.com/bwx5b7xPP0

11/11/25

It’s Day 2 of Anti-Bullying Week, and we’re focusing on the Power for Good that each of us has. When we choose kindness, support one another, and stand up against bullying, we help build a community where everyone feels valued. pic.twitter.com/ayv29p06L1

11/11/25

Lest us forget. pic.twitter.com/V6hQ7kD7zi

10/11/25

We recently celebrated 35 years of Harris City Academy Crystal Palace and our 4th consecutive 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating! We were honoured to welcome Sir John Major and Dame Norma Major, alongside our other amazing guests and alumni! pic.twitter.com/yECP0fQlHT

10/11/25

Today marks the first day of Anti-Bullying Week. The theme this year is 'Power for Good'. Follow along this week to see what exactly the 'Power for Good' means and how you can prevent and respond to bullying. pic.twitter.com/hfM87Lz5v7

05/11/25

Donation Drive for Hurricane Melissa. pic.twitter.com/eje1JGthnt

04/11/25

Movember aim to change the face of men's health! Movember is uniquely placed to address this crisis on a global scale. They fund ground breaking projects all over the world, engaging men where they are to understand what works best and accelerate change.#AllCanAchieve pic.twitter.com/RHzx54gSDp

03/11/25

Welcome back, we hope you had a restful Half Term! pic.twitter.com/T6zEmUJwMf

28/10/25

After a final day spent at a beautiful water town and learning the art of Chinese calligraphy, we are saying farewell to China after a phenomenal 10 days. Time for our 18-hour journey back home. ✈️🇨🇳#hcacpinchina pic.twitter.com/Gbk0RA0hH8

27/10/25

The group has spent the penultimate day soaking up everything Shanghai has to offer: exploring the Old French quarter, visiting the Yu Zu gardens, viewing the city from 119 floors up and seeing the famous ERA show. Now off for nighttime glimpse of the Bund! 🌃🇨🇳🍜 pic.twitter.com/EE73zjYl0P

25/10/25

Today was a truly educational experience for us in China, from the city museum to visiting a Chinese school. Everything was absolutely brilliant and we are learning so much! 🇨🇳🍜🧧#allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/sgTPTTh1GV

23/10/25

Our day ended with a trip to the Night Market for some retail therapy. 12 hours well spent 🙌🏾#hcacpinchina#allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/qXxVsMea4X

23/10/25

What a fun filled morning! We visited the Terracotta Warriors and got the chance to create our own versions. Incredible! Then a trip to the Muslim Quarter for a competitive game where students practiced their mandarin skills to gain points - brilliant work🏆🗣️🇨🇳 pic.twitter.com/AcYJZXOMZ4

22/10/25

This morning we said goodbye to Beijing and hello to Xi’an! The best way to get acquainted with a new city is to explore its ancient history by bike 🚴🇨🇳🚴🏾‍♀️ pic.twitter.com/nbCxVUmhOw

21/10/25

A fantastic second day in China visiting the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and a variety show at a prestigious Tea House to close out the evening! 🇨🇳 pic.twitter.com/7RU6dTECAL

21/10/25

Smiles all round after successfully climbing up to the Great Wall of China pic.twitter.com/GsT1l8liIs

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Posted on May 4th 2021

Year 10 GCSE Media Students Film on Location at HCACP

Our Year 10 GCSE Media class have had the amazing opportunity to take part in a creative workshop this term.

Industry professionals working with Crystal Palace Community Trust came into the Academy to give students a taste of working in the audio-visual media.

Film 2

Students got the opportunity to create their own one minute film using equipment and guidance from the industry professionals. Students were guided through the different stages of the pre-production process including:

  • brainstorming initial ideas for a narrative
  • script writing
  • storyboarding
  • and casting.

Equipped with professional camera equipment, students then found different locations to use around the Academy for their film. The groups were given a strict half an hour time limit and had to be back with footage on time. Students then took part in a group guided editing of their footage. It was great to see their creative initial ideas come to fruition in a finished product.

Thank you to Alex, Angel and Elaine from the Crystal Palace Community Trust for sharing their expertise with our students. We are looking forward to next week where the groups can screen their films to the class and gather feedback; which they will use to produce a second improved film at the end of this term. 

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