Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
104%
Capacity
436
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 436 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Kate Woolley, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2028th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 16 in Hastings.
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 3 parents).
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 Little Ridge Primary Academy include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Ark Little Ridge 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 | Little Ridge Avenue, St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings, TN37 7LR |
| Headteacher | Kate Woolley |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 436 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.4% |
| School Capacity | 436 / 420 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2028th of 13,686
Nationally
280th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 16
In Hastings
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Little Ridge Avenue, St Leonards-on-Sea
Hastings, TN37 7LR
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