Ark Oval Primary Academy

URN: 137114 • Croydon CR0 6BA

Overview

Name
Ark Oval Primary Academy
URN
137114
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Magliocco (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02086883000
Website
Visit
Address
98 Cherry Orchard Road, Croydon CR0 6BA

Summary

Ark Oval Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Croydon, South London, catering to 601 pupils with a capacity of 630. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and safe learning environment, where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of "striving for excellence" underpins the academy's approach, emphasizing the importance of partnership between parents and staff to support each pupil's development.

The curriculum at Ark Oval is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on sports, arts, and personal development. The school promotes core values such as commitment, collaboration, and leadership, aiming to equip students with the skills and confidence necessary for future success, whether that be in higher education or their chosen careers.

Ark Oval also hosts Ark Start, a nursery programme for children aged 2-4, further supporting early childhood education within the community. The school values inclusivity and aims to build strong relationships with families and the wider community, fostering a sense of responsibility and personal growth among its pupils.

Key details

LA
Croydon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Capacity
630
Pupils
601
Boys
304
Girls
297
FSM %
32.80
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 601 304 297 630 32.80
2024-09-11 595 300 295 630 31.10
2023-09-11 589 299 290 630 31.60
2022-09-11 589 299 290 630 31.60
2021-09-11 568 285 283 630 32.00
2020-09-11 596 306 290 630 29.00

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