The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 56.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
92%
+30.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
32%
+24.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
+5.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
111
+6.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
112
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
56.7
12.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
65%
22.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
87%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.52
Band 1Source: 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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 178 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 112 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,760
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 31.4%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Redbridge
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Head
- Principal Morgan Haines
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
1 Cricklefield Place, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1FY
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Ark Isaac Newton Academy a selective school?
No. Ark Isaac Newton Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ark Isaac Newton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ark Isaac Newton Academy?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy currently has 1,760 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ark Isaac Newton Academy take?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Ark Isaac Newton Academy?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy is in Ilford, IG1 1FY, in the Redbridge local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ark Isaac Newton Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Ark Isaac Newton Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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