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Ark Academy

Forty Avenue, Wembley, HA9 9JR

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Pupils
1,642
Ages
3-18
FSM
34.1%
Attainment 8
51.5
Ofsted
Outstanding
Feb 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
86.0%
Writing
86.0%
Maths
89.0%
RWM Combined
82.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
51.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
29.8%
Basics 9-5
50.6%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
83.3%
EBacc APS
4.92
EBacc 9-5
35.7%
EBacc 9-4
51.8%
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A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
38.28
A*-A Grades
31.7%
A*-B Grades
65.0%
AAB+ %
17.0%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 150 students entered

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

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About Ark Academy

Ark Academy is a secondary school in Wembley, Brent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2022 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.5. The school has around 1,642 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Forty Avenue, Wembley, HA9 9JR | More schools in Brent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Ark Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2022 — Outstanding
  2. Nov 2010 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Ark Academy

What is Ark Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Ark Academy's latest exam results?
Ark Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.5. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Ark Academy located?
Ark Academy is a secondary school in Wembley, Brent (HA9 9JR).
How many pupils attend Ark Academy?
Ark Academy has around 1,642 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Ark Academy with other schools?
View Ark Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Brent.