Ark Walworth Academy
URN: 135315 • London SE1 5UJ
Overview
- Name
- Ark Walworth Academy
- URN
- 135315
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jessica West (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02074509570
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Shorncliffe Road, London SE1 5UJ
Summary
Ark Walworth Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Southwark, London, with a current enrolment of 971 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the Ark network, which is known for its commitment to high educational standards. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that fosters both academic excellence and personal development, ensuring that each student is supported in reaching their full potential.
The curriculum at Ark Walworth is designed to deliver strong academic outcomes while also offering a variety of enrichment opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, creating a respectful and orderly environment conducive to learning. Additionally, the academy prioritises effective home-school communication, enabling parents to actively support their children's progress.
Ark Walworth Academy prides itself on its diverse community, which enhances the educational experience for all students. The school is dedicated to nurturing individual talents and preparing pupils for future educational and career choices, ensuring they are equipped to face the challenges ahead.
The curriculum at Ark Walworth is designed to deliver strong academic outcomes while also offering a variety of enrichment opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, creating a respectful and orderly environment conducive to learning. Additionally, the academy prioritises effective home-school communication, enabling parents to actively support their children's progress.
Ark Walworth Academy prides itself on its diverse community, which enhances the educational experience for all students. The school is dedicated to nurturing individual talents and preparing pupils for future educational and career choices, ensuring they are equipped to face the challenges ahead.
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Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Southwark
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 971
- Boys
- 534
- Girls
- 437
- FSM %
- 68.60
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 971 | 534 | 437 | 1200 | 68.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 989 | 558 | 431 | 1200 | 63.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1048 | 612 | 436 | 1200 | 55.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1048 | 612 | 436 | 1200 | 55.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1060 | 620 | 440 | 1200 | 47.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1023 | 605 | 418 | 1200 | 39.40 |
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