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28/02/24

28/02/24

A selection of art pieces from our painting unit last half term! All of our students will have their paintings displayed at our art exhibition in May.   

08/02/24

Please tell Angie we miss her immensely and that we hope she is settling in well!

24/01/24

Y1 have been taking a closer look into the different parts and tastes of apples in their DT lesson today. This is all in preparation for their fruit salads later in the term!   

18/01/24

A massive thank you to    for providing an amazing drawing/printing workshop for our Y5 students yesterday, they were extremely engaged throughout.     

16/01/24

Y1 have been using a variety of different tools to see which one is best for painting within a boundary line. A great art lesson of experimenting and our students being able to reach conclusions on their own.     

01/12/23

Y2 have braved the cold and have been learning all about nature art at  today.   

02/11/23

Y5 have been cooking up a storm in the DT room making some delicious chunky vegetable soup. Just what is needed as the weather is turning colder.   

05/10/23

It was ‘BERRY’ nice to meet Pudsey bear today to hear all about the great charity  . Some of our children got a lucky invitation to bake some delicious cupcakes with the lovely  jam company, they were scrumptious! 

04/10/23

Our Y6 artists have been taking their observational skills to the next level and started on their 1:1 scale drawings of their school bags. We will share the outcomes with you next week!   

04/10/23

Our reception artists enjoyed a ‘Kandinsky’ art lesson of letting the music guide their lines and shapes on their paper. Lots of eyes closed so they could fully be immersed in the experience.   

26/09/23

Y2 have been working on the visual element of line this half term and worked collaboratively to create owl feathers using different media.   

22/09/23

Our Y6 students, as part of their DT lesson, went on a walk this afternoon to find a variety of freshly baked bread within our local community. We found Turkish Pide, sourdough, Jamaican sweet bread, Jamaican fruit bun and a delicious three cheese Colombian loaf! 

06/09/23

Our new reception children had their first art lesson with Ms Tarr where they were learning all about the visual element line. Their skills were put to the test when designing hairstyle for their new teachers. They look fabulous!!   

28/07/23

A trip to the park today for our holiday WRAPZters, they are a wild bunch!   

26/07/23

Day 3 at holiday WRAPZ and still so much to do!!   

25/07/23

A HUGE thank you to Friends of Philip Lane (FOPL) who have kindly brought some much needed games for WRAPZ holiday club. They have been thoroughly enjoyed! 

19/07/23

Year 6 had a wonderful time at Walthamstow Wetlands, walking, bird-spotting, sketching and enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature.

19/07/23

What an AMAZING concert we had today showcasing the incredible steel pans for our year groups 3-6! Here is a little snippet from HPAPL steel pan club.

17/07/23

Chessington 2023 is over! We're on our way back to school after an outstanding day of excitement.

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Nursery

Welcome to Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane's Nursery!

At our Nursery, we offer a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children aged 3 and above. Our provision is rooted in play-based learning experiences guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring that every child receives the best possible start to their educational journey.

Our team of highly qualified Early Years practitioners are passionate about early childhood development. They understand the unique needs of our youngest learners and are dedicated to supporting each child’s individual growth and well-being.

We work closely with our Reception team to ensure consistency and smooth transitions, helping children feel confident and secure as they move through the early stages of their education.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values:

  • Respect
  • Resilience
  • Responsibility

These values form a shared language across our school community. From an early age, children are encouraged and supported to demonstrate these values in their daily interactions and learning experiences. We believe that nurturing these qualities helps build confident, caring, and capable individuals.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. Every child is valued, and we strive to create an environment where all pupils feel safe, respected, and free to participate fully in all aspects of nursery life.

The Nursery consists of the following sessions: 

Option Time
Option 1 8:30am - 2:30pm
Option 2 8:30am - 3:30pm
Option 3 8:30am - 11:30am
Option 4 12:30pm -3:30pm
Option 5 8:30am -3:30pm
Option 6 8:30am -2:30pm

Nursery Admissions: How to Apply

We are delighted that you are considering a place at our Nursery. Please read the following information carefully to ensure your application is submitted correctly and on time.

1. Complete the Nursery Application Form
To apply, at least one parent must complete the Nursery Application Form. This form is available:

  • Online via the Academy’s website
  • In hard copy from the Academy’s main office

Please note: There is no preference given to online or paper submissions. All applications are treated equally.

2. Check the Application Opening Date
It is essential that you submit your application form from the correct date and time. Please note, your child becomes eligible for a nursery space, the term following your child’s third birthday.  Please refer to the table in Section 6.2 of our Nursery Entry Policy/or below to determine when you can apply.

Please note: Applications submitted before the opening date/time will not be accepted.

3. Submit Your Application
Once completed, you can submit the form (from 10am on the respective day):

4. 30 Hours Funding
If you are applying for a full-time place using the government’s 30 hours funding, please include your funding code on the application form.

5. Notification of Outcome
You will receive a written response within 10 school days of submitting your application.

6.  Applying Between Terms

If your child is eligible and you are applying between official application periods, please feel free to contact the Academy directly.
There may be places available, and we will be happy to advise you on current availability and next steps.

Children who will turn 3 years old on or between:

Application submission from:

Date child will start at the Nursery (if offered a place)

1 April and 31 August

 10am 20th April 2026

First day of Autumn term in September

1 September and 31 December

 10am 6th October 2025

First day of Spring term in January

1 January and 31 March

10am 2nd February 2026

First day of Summer term in April (depending when Easter falls)

If you have any questions, please contact the academy office – we are happy to help.

Academy Admissions Contact Details

Telephone: 0208 808 3231
Email: info@harrisprimaryphiliplane.org.uk 
Address: Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane, Philip Lane,  London, N15 4AB

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