Arco Academy
Arco Academy Alternative Provision delivers education programmes for children and young people who are out of school for various reasons, focusing on empowering pupils to be the best version of themselves.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Southwark for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
“High Standards, Integrity, Personal Responsibility, Professionalism”
We want to unleash the potential we know exists in all our pupils and strive to empower them to be the best version of themselves with care, respect, high standards, personal responsibility, professionalism, and integrity at the core.
Distinctive features
alternative provision on behalf of Local Authorities
bespoke academic and therapeutic curriculum
sports participation emphasis
IEP tailored individual education plans
provisions for SEND and SEMH needs
flexible hybrid learning option
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
with GCSEs and vocational qualifications, and
Recent coverage
Arco Academy, an independent school in Camberwell, London, has maintained a decade-long record of 100% GCSE success. In the 2023-2024 academic year, all students achieved grades 1-9 in English and Mathematics, with 50% attaining grade 4 or above in English and 25% in Mathematics. The school's attendance rate for the 2023-2024 academic year was 85.5%, surpassing the national average of 50.3% for similar settings. (arco.academy)
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Isi — 10 Dec 2024
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
Schools like Arco Academy
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Arco Academy, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Arco Academy best for?+
Independent co-ed senior school in Southwark for ages 11–16. Non-selective intake.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
No open days currently listed. Save this school and we'll email when booking opens, or contact admissions to ask about private tours.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at SENCO@arco.academy or phone on 02031891193. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Arco Academy — see the "Schools like Arco Academy" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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