Ark Oval Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Croydon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Ark Oval Primary Academy.

Croydon, CR06BA Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

63

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
56.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 67.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
60.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 12.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
5 December 2012
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
98 Cherry Orchard Road
Croydon, CR06BA

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137114
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
98 Cherry Orchard Road, Croydon, CR0 6BA
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ARK SCHOOLS
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
595
Free School Meals
31.9% (190 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
15.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
67.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
12.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 103.0
2023 105.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
74
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
595 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"S.M.A.R.T (Safe, Manners, Articulate, Responsible, Tolerant)"

Safe Manners Articulate Responsible Tolerant

Ark Oval Primary Academy is non-denominational and is part of Ark Schools.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Ark Oval Primary Academy. The principal, Ms Chandhoke, leads an approach that aims to provide an exceptional education, guided by the SMART values (Safe, Manners, Articulate, Responsible, Tolerant) and a commitment to high expectations and excellent teaching; the school invites families to visit and engage with its community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Drama Street Dance

Facilities

Large outdoor area Specially designed outdoor area

Curriculum Highlights

Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics programme English Mastery programme in Year 3–6 Library and Home Reading with weekly library visits Four curriculum constructs: Knowledge, Skills, Experiences, Holistic approach National Curriculum coverage with in-class assessment, termly assessments and progress meetings

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around – 8am to 9am and 3pm to 5pm; 3-hour sessions (only) can be booked and they cannot be booked separately.

SEND Provision

The school has high aspirations for all learners; the SENCO works with teachers to identify needs early and assess appropriate interventions or specialist support; progress is monitored using the Assess, Plan, Do, Review model; support focuses on academic, social, emotional development and well-being; there is on-site support such as a speech and language therapist to support and implement interventions when needed; learning is adapted to individual targets and plans where necessary.

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