Top tech careers await high-performing students at Crystal Palace’s Harris City Academy, thanks to its exceptional focus on STEM education. The academy has partnered with tech entrepreneur will.i.am’s non-profit foundation, i.am. Angel, to provide students with access to a robotics program run by First Robotics.

Key Areas of Focus:

– Robotics and STEAM Education: The academy’s program emphasizes science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, preparing students for in-demand tech careers.
– Computer Science: Students have excelled in computer science, with some alumni attending prestigious universities like Cambridge and Oxford.
– Engineering: The academy’s emphasis on STEM education lays a solid foundation for students interested in pursuing engineering careers.

Benefits of the Program:

– Hands-on Experience: Students gain practical experience in robotics and programming, developing valuable skills for future tech careers.
– Mentorship and Support: The academy’s partnership with will.i.am’s foundation provides students with access to experienced mentors and role models in the tech industry.
– Career Opportunities: The program prepares students for various tech careers, including software development, engineering, and data science.

Notable Alumni:

– Zac Denucci Diarrassouba: A former student who won the Davies-Jackson Scholarship at St. John’s College, Cambridge, and is pursuing a degree in Computer Science.
– Hamza Quereshi: A talented computer scientist who has gone on to study at the University of Oxford.

Academy’s Achievements:

– Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Rating: Harris City Academy Crystal Palace has been graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all categories, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence.
– Strong Performance in STEM Subjects: The academy has a track record of producing high-achieving students in STEM subjects, with many going on to study at top universities ¹ ².