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Ark Bolingbroke Academy
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Ark Bolingbroke Academy
- Secondary
- Wandsworth SW11 6BF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils’ progress is better in many subjects, particularly geography.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are praised for their confidence and commitment.
Academic Progress: Curriculum builds secure subject knowledge with strong exam results
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behaviour; pupils are polite and courteous
Qualifications and Training: Professional development sessions take place every Friday morning.
Current Educational Practices: Clear targets and practical planning enhance teachers’ skills.
Strengths and Challenges: Focus on consistency with ‘Teach like a Champion’ sessions.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are experts in their subjects; receive high-quality professional development
Current Educational Practices: Consistently high-quality teaching by subject experts
Strengths and Challenges: Staff benefit from professional development and exceptional support
Opportunities for Involvement: Founding parent governors are enthusiastically committed.
Communication: Open and informative communication with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express praise for the school's care and support.
Opportunities for Involvement: Wide range of opportunities including student senate
Communication: Effective communication through Ofsted Parent View
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are effusive about the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Records show effective collaboration to prevent discriminatory behavior.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Establishing exceptional post-16 provision and amending curriculum and assessment structures.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work proactively with staff to support workload
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strategic vision shared across trustees and leaders
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong systems support pupil welfare and minimize risks.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: All staff are alert to student needs, ensuring safe environments.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Calm and purposeful learning environment; proactive approach to safety
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils taught respect and consideration
Extracurricular Offerings: Inclusive enrichment activities, especially in performing arts.
Extracurricular Offerings: High-quality range of clubs such as chess, choir and sports
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Well-attended enrichment opportunities
Career Counselling Services: High status given to vocational learning and preparation for work.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Innovative ‘academic tutoring’ and Extended Project Qualification.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers guidance throughout school
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students well-prepared for university and apprenticeships
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND achieve highly with effective strategies
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum with strong results in GCSE and A-levels
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About Us
Ark Bolingbroke Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 770 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.88 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 56.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 28.5% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 37.69% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 42% | 30.46% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 12.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 19.58% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.22 | 2.78 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 95.81% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 109 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 94.19% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 19.56% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 45.88% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 2.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 26.19% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.85 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 63.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 30.65% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 38.77% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 48% | 31.15% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 16.12% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 22.62% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.77 | 2.88 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 96.69% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 95 | 105 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 96% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 19.69% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 45.5% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 1.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 29.31% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.38% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.49 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 52 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 7 | 25.83% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 5 | 37.17% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 46% | 28.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% 7 | 12.33% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% 13 | 18.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 2.66 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 89.25% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 115 | 95 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 22.88% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 42.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 2.06% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 19.94% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.19% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.43 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 54.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 1 | 26.57% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% 1 | 36.96% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 60% | 27% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% 5 | 13.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% 7 | 18.52% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.04 | 2.67 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 78.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 113 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 61.92% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 13.85% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.54% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.77% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.54% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.54% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.54% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.07 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 29.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 41.27% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 56% | 31.86% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 18.45% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 20.73% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 79.23% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 120 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 49.46% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.31% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.23% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.46% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.54% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.15% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.17 | 35.85 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.3 | 35.94 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 38.60% | 20.34% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 62 | 167 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 69.18% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 13.36% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 9% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.96 | 38.18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.12 | 38.24 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.2% | 21.54% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 64 | 172 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 72.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 9.91% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 10% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.26 | 32.47 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.28 | 32.88 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.3% | 17.49% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 178 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 68.4% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.1% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.1% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 32.44 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 33.28 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 17.98% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 21.5% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.7% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 10.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.3% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 32.07 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 34.79 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 18.77% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 20.2% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 12.4% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.1% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ark Bolingbroke Academy
Local authority ratio 15 : 1