SchoolScoresArk Burlington Danes Academy
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Church of England · Sixth form
Part of ARK SCHOOLS
Wood Lane, London, W12 0HR
020 8735 4950 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 13 July 2022.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2022/23
23 pupils in this year group.
61% — 13 points below the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 61% | 74% | 60% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 9% | 17% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 65% | 83% | 73% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 74% | 82% | 71% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 61% | 86% | 73% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 104 | 108 | 105 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 102 | 107 | 104 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2022/23. England figures are for state-funded schools.
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
161 pupils in this year group.
44% — 18 points below the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 1 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 44% | 62% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 48.1 | 55.5 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.4 | 5.2 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
167 pupils in this year group.
87% — 6 points below the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 5 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 87% | 93% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 60% | 66% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 12% | 5% | 13% |
| Further education college | 12% | 16% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 87% | 87% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
67 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B- | B- | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 24% | 32% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 57% | 60% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 36.2 | 37.2 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
15 subjects, 190 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 31 | 10% | 42% | 40% |
| Biology | 24 | 4% | 29% | 27% |
| Chemistry | 23 | 4% | 26% | 30% |
| History | 20 | 0% | 25% | 23% |
| Government and Politics | 18 | 0% | 0% | 26% |
| Economics | 17 | 6% | 41% | 26% |
| Business Studies:Single | 15 | 0% | 13% | 16% |
| Psychology | 10 | 0% | 0% | 19% |
| English Literature | 7 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
| Sociology | 7 | 0% | 14% | 20% |
| Physics | 6 | 17% | 33% | 31% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Geography, Religious Studies, Mathematics (Further), Art and Design (Fine Art).
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
98 students in this year group.
91% — 16 points above the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 12 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 91% | 75% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 3% | 7% |
| Work | 13% | 17% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 85% | 91% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
85 students in this year group.
81% — 6 points above the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 21 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 81% | 75% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 25% | 31% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 86% | 81% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Hammersmith and Fulham. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 62 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 39 |
| Of those, offered a place | 39 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 224 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.5 · 2025: 0.6 · 2026: 0.6
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 1st highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 95% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 56.3% | 31.3%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 10th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 31% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 2.2% | 3.4%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 62% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 15.4% | 11.5%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 9th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 83% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 35.0% | 36.4%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 3rd lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 78% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 6.7% | 7.2%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 3rd lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 75% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 18.2% | 21.8%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 8th lowest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 58% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.7 | 10.9 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 8th lowest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 38% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 8.3% | 6.8% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded1 pupil | 0.12% | 0.18% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 10th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 2% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 12.3 | 14.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 10th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 8% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.5 | 11.3 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 12th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 5% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 4.9% | 17.8%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Arden House 0.3 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 0% A*/A at A level
- Phoenix Academy 0.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 54% grade 5+ English and maths
- All Saints Catholic College 0.6 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 54% grade 5+ English and maths
- Kensington Aldridge Academy 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2017), confirmed 2024 · 62% grade 5+ English and maths
- Bales College 0.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 14% A*/A at A level
- Instituto Espanol Canada Blanch 0.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Notting Hill Prep School 0.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- London Vocational Ballet School 0.9 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Good (2023)
- Sial 1.2 miles · Independent · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 expected
- Hammersmith Academy 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 4 strong, 3 expected · 56% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Ark Burlington Danes Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ark Burlington Danes Academy was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 13 July 2022.
How did Ark Burlington Danes Academy do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 44% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 1 points below the England average of 45%.
Is Ark Burlington Danes Academy oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 39 families put Ark Burlington Danes Academy as their first choice for 62 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 39 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 131752.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2022/23, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.