Ark Bolingbroke Academy

URN: 138267 • London SW11 6BF

Overview

Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Edis (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02079248200
Website
Visit
Address
Wakehurst Road, London SW11 6BF

Summary

Ark Bolingbroke Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Wandsworth, London, with a current enrolment of 770 pupils and a capacity of 800. Established in 2012, the school was founded to provide a non-selective educational option for local families. The academy prides itself on fostering a courageous and compassionate community, with a strong emphasis on empowering excellence among its students.

The school has recently been rated as "Outstanding" in all five categories by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education. Key strengths highlighted in the inspection include exceptional support for pupils, exemplary behaviour, and a curriculum designed to build knowledge progressively. The school also prioritises reading and personal development, preparing students well for life in modern Britain.

Ark Bolingbroke Academy values strong relationships with parents and the local community, which contribute to its positive environment. The school has been recognised as Wandsworth’s Happiest Secondary School, showcasing the supportive connections between students, staff, and families. For more information, visit their website at http://arkbolingbrokeacademy.org/.

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Key details

LA
Wandsworth
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ARK SCHOOLS
Capacity
800
Pupils
770
Boys
421
Girls
349
FSM %
30.90
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 770 421 349 800 30.90
2024-09-11 770 437 333 800 26.80
2023-09-11 754 459 295 800 20.80
2022-09-11 754 459 295 800 20.80
2021-09-11 745 430 315 800 19.10
2020-09-11 726 400 326 800 14.00

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