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Ark Boulton Academy

Golden Hillock Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, B11 2QG

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jun 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

44.1school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
16.6%
Basics 9-5
42.3%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

44.1

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2340.246.4
2023/2438.246.4
2024/2544.146.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23-0.380.00
2023/24-0.490.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
52.8%
EBacc APS
3.91
EBacc 9-5
9.8%
EBacc 9-4
16.6%
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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Jamia Islamia Birmingham
0.37 km away · Other independent school
City of Birmingham School
0.79 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
Ark Victoria Academy
1.17 km away · Free schools
Good
Holy Trinity Catholic School
1.17 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
R.Y.A.N Education Academy
1.18 km away · Other independent special school

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About Ark Boulton Academy

Ark Boulton Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.1. The school has around 870 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Golden Hillock Road, Birmingham, B11 2QG | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jun 2024 — Good
  2. Jul 2022 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
  3. May 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Ark Boulton Academy

What is Ark Boulton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark Boulton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Ark Boulton Academy's latest exam results?
Ark Boulton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.1. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Ark Boulton Academy located?
Ark Boulton Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B11 2QG).
How many pupils attend Ark Boulton Academy?
Ark Boulton Academy has around 870 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Ark Boulton Academy with other schools?
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