Ark Atwood Primary Academy
96%
Capacity
431
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Ark Atwood Primary Academy
Ark Atwood Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Tam Mckernan, it falls under Westminster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 756th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 31 in Westminster.
Ark Atwood Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 54 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ark Atwood Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, Ark Atwood Primary Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Amberley Road, London, Westminster, W9 2JY |
| Headteacher | Tam Mckernan |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.1% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 450 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
756th of 13,686
Nationally
187th of 1,592
In London
9th of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Amberley Road, London
Westminster, W9 2JY
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