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Year 9

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Mr D Challender
Head of Year

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Mr S Gordon
Assistant Head of Year

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Mr K Keelan
SLT Link (Assistant Headteacher)

Form Tutors

9B - Miss A Shave

9R - Mrs A Brookes

9C - Mrs G Clewer

9Z - Miss M Liang

Vision

"Welcome to year 9, where every idea is a spark, and every challenge is an opportunity. My vision is for us to build a learning community where curiosity thrives, creativity flourishes, and every voice is valued. Together, we'll explore new horizons, embrace our individual strengths, and support one another in our journey towards excellence. Here, you are not just students; you are innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers. Let’s inspire each other, push the boundaries of what we know, and turn our dreams into reality. This is not just a school; it’s a launchpad for your future." 

 – Mr Challender 

Contacting the Team

If you have any questions or concerns about your child, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of the Year 8 team by leaving a message with Reception or by emailing our enquiry address with, for example, ‘FAO Mr Challender’ as the subject.

We aim to respond to phone calls and emails as quickly as possible, and certainly within 48 hours. Please bear in mind that members of staff may have a day of teaching and may not be able to respond to non-urgent matters until the end of the Academy Day or the following Academy Day.

          By telephone:      0121-464 2737 (main school switchboard)
          By email:              enquiry@harborneacademy.co.uk

Inspirational Quotes

  • “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” – Aristotle
  • “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Malcolm X
  • “The only person who is educated is the one who has learned how to learn …and change.”
    Carl Rogers
@@HarborneAcademy01:37 PM - 16th June, 2026 Last Friday,year 7 students went to Warwick Castle to learn more about our medieval past. All students received training in battlefield combat skills by a ‘knight’, before heading off to watch a live reenactment of the story of Aethelflaed of Mercia’s rise to power.
@@HarborneAcademy02:00 PM - 15th June, 2026 Super stars! 👏🤩✨🌟💫
@@HarborneAcademy01:59 PM - 15th June, 2026 A huge well done to this week’s top scorers!
@@HarborneAcademy01:58 PM - 15th June, 2026 This week’s theme of the week.
@@HarborneAcademy01:02 PM - 12th June, 2026 To see what’s been happening at the academy this week, please see the link below to the weekly newsletter: eur03.safelinks.protection.o…
@@HarborneAcademy10:20 AM - 12th June, 2026 We’re excited that our students are taking part in the Forward Thinking Programme with the University of Birmingham 🎓 A fantastic opportunity to experience university life, raise aspirations and explore future pathways!   
@@HarborneAcademy07:32 AM - 12th June, 2026 NHS take over, an amazing workshop our students attended hosted by Halesowen College. Our year 9 and 10 students found it extremely insightful.
@@HarborneAcademy01:23 PM - 11th June, 2026 Students had a great time in PE enjoying an archery session along with a range of ball activities 🎯⚽ It was fantastic to see their enthusiasm, teamwork and focus throughout! 👏
@@HarborneAcademy09:35 AM - 11th June, 2026 Our Year 8 students have created marine life figures using clay and glazing techniques in pottery 🐠🐚 A brilliant display of creativity and skill!
@@HarborneAcademy01:32 PM - 10th June, 2026 Today’s Greek Theme Day in the canteen! 🇬🇷🏛️🏺🥗 Students can enjoy a range of options including moussaka, Greek-style wraps, tzatziki and a variety of desserts. There’s something for everyone!
@@HarborneAcademy02:33 PM - 8th June, 2026 Well done to this week’s ⭐️ of the week!
@@HarborneAcademy02:30 PM - 8th June, 2026 Congratulations to the top scorers!
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