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Ark Isaac Newton Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make outstanding progress in all year groups because teaching is very effective.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well in lessons and around the school.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Excellent support is in place for disadvantaged pupils and those who have SEN and/or disabilities.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are highly motivated to continue to improve their work. Training for teachers is targeted to individual need.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: High-quality planning and excellent questioning ensure that pupils’ needs are identified and fully met.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Occasionally, some teachers do not check pupils’ understanding well enough in lessons before moving on.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Learning journals include the opportunity for parents to share their child's achievements at home.
Communication with Parents: Governors routinely speak to parents and pupils to gather their views.
Parent Satisfaction: Governors assure themselves that the school provides an outstanding quality of education.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work effectively with parents, carers and external agencies.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: They provide timely and effective support and challenge to the leadership team.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is rare and staff address issues quickly when they arise.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils have very positive attitudes to their learning and enjoy school.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Strong partnerships are forged with external agencies to keep all pupils safe.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The school’s very wide range of extracurricular activities allows pupils to build their stamina and resilience.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Participation rates are high, including among disadvantaged pupils and those with SEN.
Outdoor Facilities: A wide range of resources and high-quality activities are planned both indoors and outdoors.
Career Counselling Services: Students have regular well-being sessions and access to a wide range of sporting activities and clubs.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are very well prepared for higher education.
Support for SEND: Teaching meets the needs of pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities very well.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum planning ensures that subjects systematically build on and develop pupils’ knowledge and skills.
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Ark Isaac Newton Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1751 students from age 4-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 73% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 4-18 | 3-19 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.3 | 18.8 | 5.2 |
| Proficient Math | 110 | 109 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 73% | 64% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.90% | 8.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 110 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 86% | 65.24% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 28% | 11.71% | 7.4% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 4 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 64.04% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 14.75% | 9.69% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 62.04% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 13.58% | 9.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 91 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 59.87% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 11.34% | 8.17% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | 0.97 | 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 | 58.6 | 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 | 73% | 45.3% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 56.7% | 42.99% |
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 | 22% | 33.11% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 17.93% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 22.59% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.00 | 3.68 | 2.82 |
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 | 97% | 94.71% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 184 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 93.43% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 16.76% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 63.24% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 3.43% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.1% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.86% | 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 | 1.1 | 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 | 59.8 | 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 | 78% | 49.24% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 59.56% | 45.26% |
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 | 29% | 36.32% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 21.6% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 27.36% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.18 | 3.94 | 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 | 95% | 96.86% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 181 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 96.24% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 19.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 64.24% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 2.9% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.24% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.24% | 2.15% |
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 | 0.69 | 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 | 54.6 | 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% 10 | 46.29% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% 4 | 58.58% | 43.34% |
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 | 54% | 36.63% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 1 | 22.38% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 3 | 28.04% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.94 | 3.97 | 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 | 98% | 91.67% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 164 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 89.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 12.95% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 77% | 63.86% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 3.38% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.81% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.71% | 2.76% |
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 | 0.99 | 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 | 57.9 | 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 | 70% 2 | 46.17% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% 2 | 59.22% | 42.58% |
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 | 51% | 35.78% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 13 | 21.78% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% 5 | 27.65% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.23 | 4.1 | 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 | - | 86.7% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.25% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 13.1% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 63.3% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.4% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.3% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.3% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.25% | 2.06% |
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 | 0.97 | 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 | 56.1 | 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 | 68% | 47.95% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 61.73% | 43.04% |
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 | 69% | 36.82% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% | 25.91% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 27.23% | 16.23% |
| 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 | - | 91.21% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 177 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.89% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 15.58% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 64.37% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.26% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.47% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.74% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.68% | 2.46% |
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 | 33.35 | 33.5 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.41 | 33.8 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.90% | 14.39% | 13.64% |
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 | 118 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 77.65% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.41% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 9.71% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.41% | 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 | 41.12 | 36.79 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.36 | 37.32 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.8% | 21.65% | 17.69% |
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 | 103 | 170 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 78.94% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 2.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 4.94% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.65% | 10.7% |
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 | 31.76 | 31.38 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.74 | 32.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.6% | 14.68% | 13.04% |
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 | - | 155 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 75.06% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.13% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.13% | 8.8% |
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 | - | 28.55 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 30.79 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 15.09% | 12.63% |
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 | - | 14.06% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.29% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.29% | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ark Isaac Newton Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1