Ark Evelyn Grace Academy
URN: 135389 • London SE24 0QN
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Una Sookun (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 02077379520
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 255 Shakespeare Road, London SE24 0QN
Summary
Ark Evelyn Grace Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Brixton, South London, serving students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 348 pupils and a capacity of 1,200, the academy aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters high aspirations and personal growth. The school is committed to empowering students to find their voice and make informed decisions about their futures.
The academy's mission is centred around equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to exercise choice and agency in their lives. This is achieved through a high-quality education complemented by a range of experiences and opportunities. The school's Culture Compass emphasises community, ambition, integrity, professionalism, and perseverance, guiding both staff and students in their daily interactions and efforts.
With a significant percentage of students (61.8%) eligible for free school meals, Ark Evelyn Grace Academy actively engages with families and the local community to support student development. The school hosts various events, including open mornings and parent conferences, to foster collaboration and communication with parents, ensuring a supportive educational environment for all.
The academy's mission is centred around equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to exercise choice and agency in their lives. This is achieved through a high-quality education complemented by a range of experiences and opportunities. The school's Culture Compass emphasises community, ambition, integrity, professionalism, and perseverance, guiding both staff and students in their daily interactions and efforts.
With a significant percentage of students (61.8%) eligible for free school meals, Ark Evelyn Grace Academy actively engages with families and the local community to support student development. The school hosts various events, including open mornings and parent conferences, to foster collaboration and communication with parents, ensuring a supportive educational environment for all.
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- Outlook.com (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- Lambeth
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 348
- Boys
- 180
- Girls
- 168
- FSM %
- 61.80
- Open date
- 2008-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 348 | 180 | 168 | 1200 | 61.80 |
2024-09-11 | 437 | 217 | 220 | 1200 | 56.10 |
2023-09-11 | 474 | 263 | 211 | 1200 | 50.70 |
2022-09-11 | 474 | 263 | 211 | 1200 | 50.70 |
2021-09-11 | 508 | 281 | 227 | 1200 | 48.70 |
2020-09-11 | 566 | 317 | 249 | 1200 | 40.50 |
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