The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 51.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (101% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
73%
+11.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
4%
-4.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
101
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
51.3
7.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
58%
16.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
85%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.12
Band 3Source: 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
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 65 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
18% 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, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 9 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 151 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 2–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,307
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 62.1%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Westminster
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Head
- Ms Elizabeth Humphreys (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Penfold Street, London, NW1 6RX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmICS London
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Sylvia Young Theatre School
Independent · 650m away
Wetherby Preparatory School
Independent · 763m away
Connaught House School
Independent · 934m away
St James & St John Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Ark King Solomon Academy a selective school?
No. Ark King Solomon Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ark King Solomon Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark King Solomon Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ark King Solomon Academy?
Ark King Solomon Academy currently has 1,307 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ark King Solomon Academy take?
Ark King Solomon Academy caters for pupils aged 2 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Ark King Solomon Academy?
Ark King Solomon Academy is in London, NW1 6RX, in the Westminster local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ark King Solomon Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Ark King Solomon Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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