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Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

Somers Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 4LS

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

501

Ages

2-11

FSM

57.6%

Capacity

510

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2018

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

78.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

78.0%

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About Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 501 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Somers Road, Portsmouth, PO5 4LS | More schools in Portsmouth

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jul 2024 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Nov 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

What is Ark Ayrton Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What are Ark Ayrton Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Ark Ayrton Primary Academy located?

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth (PO5 4LS).

How many pupils attend Ark Ayrton Primary Academy?

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy has around 501 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Ark Ayrton Primary Academy with other schools?

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