Ark Soane Academy
60%
Capacity
722
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Ark Soane Academy
Ark Soane Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Ealing community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 722 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Matthew Neuberger, it falls under Ealing local authority.
Ark Soane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 477 applications for 195 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 119 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 Soane Academy include Swimming Pool, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Theatre, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sixth Form Centre, Astro Turf.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Hockey, Netball, Badminton and 6 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Coding, Book Club and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.6%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Ealing, Ark Soane 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Gunnersbury Lane, London, Ealing, W3 8EA |
| Headteacher | Matthew Neuberger |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Number of Pupils | 722 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.6% |
| School Capacity | 722 / 1,200 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 28 Aug 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed195
477
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
119 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gunnersbury Lane, London
Ealing, W3 8EA
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