Holistic Education

HOLISTIC EDUCATION:GROWTH IS NOT ABOUT SCORING.

A Harrow education is holistic. Our students are well-rounded and confident, active and engaged – in the classroom and beyond. Our extensive Co-Curricular programme broadens horizons, instils a sense of adventure, and fosters leadership, teamwork and resilience. The possibilities for learning are endless.

This holistic approach ensures that academic excellence is supported by an extensive range of activities, societies, events, and service to the community. Students develop the strength of character to excel in a dynamically evolving world, preparing them for a high-achieving and successful futures – becoming leaders for a better world.

Joanne Dunphy

Head

NPQH
Senior Examiner, Cambridge International
Inspector, ISI

Ms Dunphy brings over 20 years of leadership and teaching experience across some of the UK’s leading schools, including public, independent, and girls’ schools. She previously held a senior leadership position at the prestigious Cheltenham Ladies’ College.

She pursued advanced studies at the University of Oxford and has extensive expertise in strategic leadership, school operations, and academic improvement. Under her leadership, schools have achieved notable progress in overall performance and student achievement.

Ms Dunphy is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and aspirational school culture. As an educational leader with an international outlook, she strives to achieve a strong balance between academic excellence and holistic student development.

Tina Quan

Teaching Assistant

Tina graduated from Worcester University. She has over 5 years teaching experience. In Tina’s opinion, teachers should be students’ friends as well as their masters. A teacher is a person knowledgeable also a good sample for students.​