Ark King Solomon Academy

URN: 135242 • London NW1 6RX

Overview

Name
Ark King Solomon Academy
URN
135242
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Humphreys (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02075636900
Website
Visit
Address
Penfold Street, London NW1 6RX

Summary

Ark King Solomon Academy, located in Westminster, London, is an all-through academy that serves a diverse student body of 1,307 pupils. The school is committed to providing every student with the opportunity to attend a selective university by the age of 18, fostering both academic success and personal happiness. With a significant percentage of students (62.10%) eligible for free school meals, KSA embraces inclusivity and aims to support all learners from various backgrounds.

The curriculum at KSA spans nursery through to sixth form, offering a range of A-levels and BTEC qualifications. The sixth form is designed to prepare students for higher education or degree-level apprenticeships, with a focus on achieving high academic outcomes. Students are encouraged to excel in three subjects, with additional opportunities for independent study and extracurricular activities, including university visits and residential trips.

KSA prides itself on its close-knit community, where teachers, many of whom are graduates from prestigious universities, provide tailored support to each student. This personalised approach, combined with a strong ethos of determination and success, helps students thrive academically and socially within a vibrant metropolitan environment.

Key details

LA
Westminster
Age range
2 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Capacity
1300
Pupils
1307
Boys
662
Girls
645
FSM %
62.10
Open date
2007-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1307 662 645 1300 62.10
2024-09-11 1312 676 636 1300 58.10
2023-09-11 1309 659 650 1300 53.00
2022-09-11 1309 659 650 1300 53.00
2021-09-11 1184 610 574 900 49.50
2020-09-11 1127 590 537 900 42.70

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