The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 45.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (109% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
45.9
2.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
43%
1.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
78%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
89%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 207 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
27% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 119 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,305
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 39.3%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Brent
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Head
- Mr Peter Cook (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Cecil Avenue, Middlesex, London, Middlesex, HA9 7DU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Joseph's Catholic Junior School
Primary · Very close
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School
Primary · Very close
Wembley Manor
Free school · Grammar · 390m away
Park Lane Primary School
Primary · 436m away
Elsley Primary School
Primary · 487m away
The Corner School
Independent · 736m away
Alperton Community School
Secondary · 1.0km away
Lyon Park Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Questions parents ask
Is Ark Elvin Academy a selective school?
No. Ark Elvin Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ark Elvin Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark Elvin Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ark Elvin Academy?
Ark Elvin Academy currently has 1,305 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ark Elvin Academy take?
Ark Elvin Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Ark Elvin Academy?
Ark Elvin Academy is in London, HA9 7DU, in the Brent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ark Elvin Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Ark Elvin Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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