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
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.
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.
Nearby alternatives
- West Thornton Primary Academy (75.7)
- St John's CofE Primary School (75.0)
- Park Hill Infant School (71.4)
- Park Hill Junior School (70.9)
- Fairchildes Primary School (70.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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