Ark Brunel Primary Academy
42%
Capacity
177
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Ark Brunel Primary Academy
Ark Brunel Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (42% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ark Brunel Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Scott, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6995th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Ark Brunel Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 19 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ark Brunel Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Ark Brunel 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Middle Row, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W10 5AT |
| Headteacher | Sean Scott |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.2% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 420 (42% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
6995th of 13,686
Nationally
1164th of 1,592
In London
20th of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
62%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
59
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 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
Middle Row, London
Kensington and Chelsea, W10 5AT
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