Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
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Capacity
627
Pupils
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Demand
About Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 627 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Mary Quinn, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 687th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 16 in Hastings.
Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 163 applications for 90 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ark Blacklands Primary Academy include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Osborne Close, Freshwater Avenue, Hastings, Hastings, TN34 2HU |
| Headteacher | Mary Quinn |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 627 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 627 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
687th of 13,686
Nationally
99th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 16
In Hastings
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
86%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
163
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Osborne Close, Freshwater Avenue, Hastings
Hastings, TN34 2HU
Journey to School
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