Ark Dickens Primary Academy
URN: 141020 • Portsmouth PO1 4PN
Overview
- Name
- Ark Dickens Primary Academy
- URN
- 141020
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Berry (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02392826514
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Turner Road, Portsmouth PO1 4PN
Summary
Ark Dickens Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Portsmouth, accommodating 448 pupils with a capacity of 480. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Be your best,” which reflects its commitment to providing every child with opportunities to reach their full potential. The Head of School, Mrs. L Berry, emphasizes the importance of fostering confidence, independence, and a love for learning in students.
The curriculum at Ark Dickens is designed to be rich and challenging, delivered through a cross-curricular approach that encourages enquiry-led learning. The school offers a supportive environment where children can thrive, with a strong focus on values such as respect, unity, kindness, and resilience. Early Years provision is highlighted as a critical foundation for students, ensuring a smooth transition into later years.
Community involvement is integral to the school’s mission, with various trips, events, and after-school clubs enhancing the educational experience. Ark Dickens aims to create a caring and friendly atmosphere, fostering strong partnerships with families to support children's growth and development. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Ark Dickens is designed to be rich and challenging, delivered through a cross-curricular approach that encourages enquiry-led learning. The school offers a supportive environment where children can thrive, with a strong focus on values such as respect, unity, kindness, and resilience. Early Years provision is highlighted as a critical foundation for students, ensuring a smooth transition into later years.
Community involvement is integral to the school’s mission, with various trips, events, and after-school clubs enhancing the educational experience. Ark Dickens aims to create a caring and friendly atmosphere, fostering strong partnerships with families to support children's growth and development. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- College Park Infant School (75.3)
- Solent Junior School (66.9)
- Wimborne Primary School (66.1)
- Northern Parade Junior School (65.6)
- Solent Infant School (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- Portsmouth
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 448
- Boys
- 225
- Girls
- 223
- FSM %
- 51.00
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 448 | 225 | 223 | 480 | 51.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 446 | 221 | 225 | 480 | 50.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 437 | 217 | 220 | 480 | 59.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 437 | 217 | 220 | 480 | 59.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 420 | 209 | 211 | 480 | 58.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 443 | 230 | 213 | 480 | 49.60 |
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