The federation is a not-for-profit charitable organisation whose stated key aim is "to promote the education of young people in South London".

[citation needed] The Chief Executive Officer is Sir Daniel Moynihan, previously Principal of the Harris City Academy Crystal Palace.

[4] Schools endeavour to get all students at 16 to achieve the English Baccalaureate (EBACC) qualification- this must include core subjects a modern or ancient foreign language, and either History or Geography.

Harris Girls' Academy Bromley operates a three-year, Key Stage 3 as advised where all the core National Curriculum subjects are taught.

Teachers have an absolute faith in the ability of their pupils to succeed and give their time generously to ensure that this happens.” [6] “The excellent quality of teaching, learning and assessment throughout the school is a significant strength.”[6] The site lies within the Aldersmead Conservation Area and the preserved 1920s previous school is grade II listed, though surrounded by additional buildings of little architectural merit.