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Ark Dickens Primary Academy

Turner Road, Portsmouth, PO1 4PN

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

448

Ages

2-11

FSM

51.0%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

72.0%

Writing

67.0%

Maths

73.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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About Ark Dickens Primary Academy

Ark Dickens Primary Academy is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 448 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Turner Road, Portsmouth, PO1 4PN | More schools in Portsmouth

Ofsted inspection history

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

Apr 2025 — Standards maintained
Nov 2019 — Good
Jun 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Ark Dickens Primary Academy

What is Ark Dickens Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Ark Dickens Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

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

Ark Dickens Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Ark Dickens Primary Academy located?

Ark Dickens Primary Academy is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth (PO1 4PN).

How many pupils attend Ark Dickens Primary Academy?

Ark Dickens Primary Academy has around 448 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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

View Ark Dickens Primary 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 Portsmouth.