Ark Franklin Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Harvist Road London NW6 6HJ |
| Phone | 02089693846 |
| Reference Number | 139830 |
Ark Franklin Primary Academy has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, with evidence suggesting the school is excelling across all areas of education. The dedication to providing an exceptional education is evident in the high expectations set for pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school's unique 'Franklin culture' promotes respect and appreciation among students, contributing to a positive learning environment where pupils thrive both academically and personally. The extensive sports offerings and character-building initiatives further enrich the students' experiences at school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 665 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.98%
Girls: 49.02% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 23.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 | 45 | 88 |
| 2 | 45 | 45 | 90 |
| 3 | 48 | 42 | 90 |
| 4 | 38 | 48 | 86 |
| 5 | 41 | 41 | 82 |
| 6 | 43 | 41 | 84 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 34% |
| White, Other | 17.3% |
| Unclassified | 7.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 6.3% |
| White & Asian | 5.4% |
| African | 4.8% |
| Indian | 3.3% |
| Caribbean | 2.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% |
| Asian, Other | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 29 Jan 2020 | School inspection |
| 21 Jun 2016 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional educational outcomes for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Strong emphasis on communication and language from early years.
- Effective teaching strategies leading to high standards in reading and writing.
- Well-developed curriculum knowledge among teachers.
- Proactive support for SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
- Wide range of extracurricular clubs and leadership opportunities for pupils.
- Positive school culture promoting respect and anti-bullying.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 96% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 35% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 112 | ||
| Maths | 111 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.8 | ||
| Writing | 4.8 | ||
| Maths | 6.2 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 104 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 38 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 47 | 20 |
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