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Ark Walworth Academy
Goodgraded 03/11/2023Ages 11–18971 pupils
Ark Walworth Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in London, within the Southwark local authority. The school has around 971 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 03/11/2023, Ark Walworth Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show above-average progress (a Progress 8 score of +0.2), an average Attainment 8 score of 41.6 and 42% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in London can view Ark Walworth Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Latest graded inspection
Last inspected 03/11/2023. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points1 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Progress 8
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Above average
Attainment 843.3
England avg 45.1 · was 41.5 in 2023/24
Progress 8+0.2
Grade 5+ English & maths44%
England avg 45% · was 41% in 2023/24
Grade 4+ English & maths67%
England avg 65% · was 68% in 2023/24
EBacc entry73%
England avg 39%
EBacc average point score4.02
England avg 4.03
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelC+
A-level grade (point score)C+
APS per entry 32.2
A-level grade (best 3)C+
APS best 3: 32.9
AAB or better11%
Retention95%
Value added-0.02
Average · 95% CI -0.2 to 0.2
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake69.0%
Free school meals69.0%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language46.8%
England avg 18.3%
Places filled81%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing92.1%
Attendance92.1%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher17.5
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence24.6%
England avg 25.8%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
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