Ark Franklin Primary Academy
URN: 139830 • London NW6 6HJ
Overview
- Name
- Ark Franklin Primary Academy
- URN
- 139830
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Peter Watkins (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02089693846
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harvist Road, London NW6 6HJ
Summary
Ark Franklin Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Kensal Rise, London, serving a diverse population of 665 pupils. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for future academic and career opportunities. With a focus on inclusivity and support, Ark Franklin aims to overcome barriers to success for all children, fostering a nurturing environment where every pupil is known and valued.
The curriculum at Ark Franklin is broad and rigorous, emphasizing core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while also incorporating specialist teaching in Art, Spanish, PE, and Music. Outdoor Learning is an integral part of the educational experience, encouraging collaboration and interaction among students. The school promotes high academic standards and a culture of respect, tolerance, and determination.
Headed by Peter Watkins, Ark Franklin instills its core values, known as the ARISE values, which guide the school's ethos and community spirit. The academy strives to create a joyful and safe environment for children, families, and the wider community, ensuring that all pupils can thrive and achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Ark Franklin is broad and rigorous, emphasizing core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while also incorporating specialist teaching in Art, Spanish, PE, and Music. Outdoor Learning is an integral part of the educational experience, encouraging collaboration and interaction among students. The school promotes high academic standards and a culture of respect, tolerance, and determination.
Headed by Peter Watkins, Ark Franklin instills its core values, known as the ARISE values, which guide the school's ethos and community spirit. The academy strives to create a joyful and safe environment for children, families, and the wider community, ensuring that all pupils can thrive and achieve their potential.
Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Brent
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 665
- Boys
- 339
- Girls
- 326
- FSM %
- 16.20
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 665 | 339 | 326 | 630 | 16.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 649 | 328 | 321 | 630 | 17.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 660 | 334 | 326 | 630 | 14.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 660 | 334 | 326 | 630 | 14.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 653 | 338 | 315 | 630 | 14.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 657 | 341 | 316 | 630 | 13.60 |
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