The Royal Harbour
Academy
The school is a calm and friendly environment where positive relationships are the norm
Ofsted
2026
Here at The Royal Harbour Academy we are pleased to offer the Duke of Edinburgh award.
We offer both the BRONZE award and the SILVER award for our Year 9 and Year 12 students respectively.
Whilst completing the DofE award, participants will complete sections based on VOLUNTEERING, PHYSICAL and SKILLS. They will then conduct a EXPEDITION which will include an overnight stay minimum.
Why do the DofE?
Achieving an Award will give you skills, confidence and an edge over others when you apply for college, university or a job. Beyond your academic achievements, universities want to see evidence of so called ‘soft skills’ that you have developed through extra-curricular activities, such as communication, commitment, leadership and teamwork. Your DofE Award is a fantastic way to demonstrate and evidence these skills in practice.
You’ll also make a difference to other people’s lives and your community, be fitter and healthier, make new friends and have memories to last you a lifetime.
The DofE award is a registered charity, funded by donations and the charity works across the UK to increase opportunities for young people to gain the benefits of doing their DofE.
Duke of Edinburgh
Enrichment Overview
Here at the Royal Harbour Academy, we understand the importance of explorative learning and culturally enriching the lives of our students. We aspire to extend student’s learning through new experiences and opportunities. We want to provide a rounded, culturally rich education that they will remember for a lifetime.
We offer clubs that run at many points during the school day, from before school, break and lunch time clubs to clubs that are available after the school day has ended. We offer a wide range from cooking, judo, drama or even more modern e-sports clubs. Whatever your interest or passion, there will be a club for you.
As well as our school clubs, we also are heavily involved in national activities. We actively take part in events such as World Book Day, Online Safety and many more.
The Royal Harbour Academy is pleased to be involved in The Duke of Edinburgh Award, and Artsmark.
Students Unite for Another Outstanding Whole-School Sports Day
Date: Friday 10th July 2026 Where: The Royal Harbour Academy - Upper Site Following the tremendous success of last year's combined Sports Day, our school once again brought together students from both the Upper and Lower Sites for an unforgettable day of competition, teamwork and school spirit. The whole school came together to take part in a wide range of sporting events, creating an atmosphere of excitement and encouragement throughout the day. The event showcased the talent,...
12 August 2026
Geography Students Work Hard to Keep Their Environment Clean
Date: 16th July 2026 Where: The Royal Harbour Academy This week, a group of fantastic Geography students at Royal Harbour Academy demonstrated their commitment to protecting the environment by taking part in a litter-picking initiative around the school grounds. Armed with litter pickers and black bin bags, the students dedicated an hour to helping the site team remove litter from across the school site. Their efforts are part of the environmental awareness they have been developing...
12 August 2026
Remembrance, Reflection and Rollercoasters: Year 10’s Unforgettable Journey to Ypres
Date: 14th July - 16th July 2026 Where: Belgium Year 10 students recently embarked on an unforgettable three-day study tour to Ypres, Belgium, where history came to life through a powerful programme of remembrance, reflection and exploration. Travelling through the battlefields of the First World War gave the students the opportunity to move beyond the classroom and experience first-hand the places where some of history's most significant events unfolded. Throughout the visit, they developed...
20 July 2026