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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

20/10/25

We have arrived in China! 🇨🇳 First dinner, and getting ready to explore the Great Wall.#ChinaTrip2025 pic.twitter.com/5t4mmma5mw

18/10/25

The China trip is off! 🇨🇳 20 HCACP students set off to China this afternoon. They will be spending the next 10 days there. #allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/OdHyVPRnFc

17/10/25

What a week at HCACP! We welcomed back our brilliant alumni for the Academy’s 35th Celebration, hosted networking with our current sixth formers and today Memphis, another Harris leaver, spoke to our sixth formers about apprenticeships and his awesome journey pic.twitter.com/6J1QjPCZYs

15/10/25

Year 12 attended the University and Careers Fair at stadium and left inspired and informed about their future pathways. Thank you for having us! pic.twitter.com/3hPGSY5UYq

15/10/25

What a brilliant evening showcasing the talent of our HCACP students. We had musical performances from our steel pan bands, spoken word, singing, and several songs from the HCACP gospel choir. pic.twitter.com/Sa9727NdrC

14/10/25

All ready for our annual Black History Month Concert 🎸🥁🎷 Doors open at 17:30, performances start at 18:00. We look forward to seeing you there. pic.twitter.com/MS2UHZhfNr

07/10/25

We are delighted to invite you to our annual Black History Month concert. Our choir will be making its debut with 2 numbers by Kirk Franklin and a well known hit from 'The Greatest Showman'. We will have poetry, steel pans, vocal solos and duos. All welcome pic.twitter.com/UOK07aVpjP

06/10/25

Our enrichment opportunities have launched for the new academic year! First up we have our Chinese language and culture club. They have been cooking weekly afterschool with Mr Wang from the MFL department.#allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/85L0kPcOcS

03/10/25

35 years of outstanding education at Harris City Academy Crystal Palace. An education second to none-Ofsted 2025#Allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/cQfQOR48Ka

01/10/25

On Saturday, our talented Y10 Steel Pans Band brought vibrant energy and musical excellence to the opening of the new Tapi Carpets store. Performing two lively sets, they drew in crowds from the local area, turning heads and lifting spirits. pic.twitter.com/NbpnqxLPYB

24/09/25

This week we have our Open Evening at Harris City Academy Crystal Palace. Come along on Thursday 17:00-19:00, no booking required. Ofsted 'Outstanding' 2025#allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/wVAhVyoppc

21/08/25

What an incredible bunch of students we have the honour to teach and support every day. Our Year 11s deserve every bit of success after grinding all year 🙏🏽🎉🥳#allcanachieve pic.twitter.com/iOmbV76ZGP

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Term Dates 2025-2026

AUTUMN TERM 2025

Term Dates: Monday 1st September 2025 to Friday 19th December 2025 incl.

  • Tuesday 2nd September 2025 - Year 7s and Year 12s only
  • Wednesday 3rd September 2025 – All Students

Half Term: Monday 20th October 2025 to Friday 31st October 2025 incl.

Staff INSET Days: 

  • Monday 1st September 2025
  • Friday 10th October 2025
  • Monday 17th November 2025 (TBC)

Year 6 Testing Day: Friday 12th December 2025 (Closed to students)

Christmas Break: Monday 22nd December 2025 – Friday 2nd January 2026 incl.

SPRING TERM 2026

Term Dates: Monday 5th January 2026 to Friday 27th March 2026 incl.

Half Term: Monday 16th February 2026 to Friday 20th February 2026 incl.

Staff INSET Day: Friday 13th February 2026 (Federation P16)

Easter Break: Monday 30th March 2026 to Friday 10th April 2026 incl. of Bank Holidays

SUMMER TERM 2026

Term Dates:  Monday 13th April 2026 – Monday 20th July 2026 incl.

Half Term: Monday 25th May 2026 – Friday 29th May 2026 incl. of bank holiday

Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026 (Academy Closed)

Staff INSET Day: Monday 20th July 2026 (to be taken as twilights)