Ark Charter Academy

URN: 135965 • Southsea PO5 4HL

Overview

Name
Ark Charter Academy
URN
135965
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christian Down (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02392824204
Website
Visit
Address
Hyde Park Road, Southsea PO5 4HL

Summary

Ark Charter Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Southsea, Portsmouth, with a current enrolment of 917 students and a capacity of 900. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the Ark network, which provides robust support and resources for both students and staff. The school is committed to fostering an environment where students can develop confidence, resilience, and a strong moral compass, guided by its Christian values of Truth, Compassion, and Respect.

The academy offers a diverse and ambitious academic curriculum designed to challenge students and help them discover their strengths and passions. This approach prepares them for future educational and career opportunities. Ark Charter Academy also emphasizes high expectations for behaviour and discipline, ensuring a supportive and respectful learning environment.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, as it aims to create an inclusive atmosphere for all students, regardless of their faith background. Through initiatives like Collective Worship, the academy encourages reflection on its values and promotes a sense of belonging within its diverse community. Parents can find essential information and updates through the school's dedicated parent hub on its website.

Key details

LA
Portsmouth
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Capacity
900
Pupils
917
Boys
481
Girls
436
FSM %
60.70
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 917 481 436 900 60.70
2024-09-11 876 461 415 900 54.30
2023-09-11 833 421 412 900 49.30
2022-09-11 833 421 412 900 49.30
2021-09-11 772 396 376 800 45.60
2020-09-11 730 370 360 800 36.30

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