Ark Alexandra Academy

Ark Alexandra Academy Ark Alexandra Academy is a co-educational school in Hastings.

26/08/2026

Ark Alexandra Academy celebrates record GCSE results following two years of dramatic improvement.

There is so much to celebrate at Ark Alexandra Academy!Our students have achieved a record set of GCSE results, marking ...
26/08/2026

There is so much to celebrate at Ark Alexandra Academy!

Our students have achieved a record set of GCSE results, marking a second consecutive year of dramatic improvement and cementing our position as one of the most improved schools in England.

70% of students achieved a pass in both English & Maths — up from 52% in 2024. That’s an incredible 18 percentage point increase in just two years!

Outcomes for students with SEND have more than tripled over the same period.

And our recent Ofsted inspection recognised the strength of the academy, rating us STRONG IN ALL AREAS.

Ofsted highlighted that:

“Pupils are prepared to succeed in life beyond school.”

“Leaders ensure that pupils achieve very well in all of their subjects.”

These results are about more than numbers. They represent the hard work, determination and resilience of our students, alongside the commitment of our staff, families and the whole Ark Alexandra community.

And there’s even more to celebrate, with students achieving exceptional individual results — including multiple Grade 9s.

Read the full article on SussexWorld at https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/your-world/ark-alexandra-academy-celebrates-record-gcse-results-following-two-years-of-dramatic-improvement-8932314

COME AND SEE ARK ALEXANDRA FOR YOURSELF

We’re opening our doors for a series of Open Mornings and Open Evenings:

Open Mornings - 10.30–11.15am

• 24 September
• 29 September
• 1 October
• 20 October

Open Evenings - 5–7pm

• Helenswood Campus: 7 October
• William Parker Campus: 14 October

👉 Book your place at https://www.arkalexandra.org

A huge congratulations to every student, and thank you to our incredible staff and families. This is a school moving forward — and we’re incredibly proud of the journey.

Huge congratulations to the students, staff and families of Ark Alexandra Academy on achieving a record set of GCSE resu...
20/08/2026

Huge congratulations to the students, staff and families of Ark Alexandra Academy on achieving a record set of GCSE results!

For the second year running, the academy has seen remarkable improvement, with 70% of students now passing both English and Maths, up from 52% in 2024. The success has been especially impressive for students with SEND, whose outcomes have more than tripled over the past two years.

These outstanding results, alongside a strong recent Ofsted inspection, reflect the dedication, resilience and hard work of the entire Ark Alexandra community.

Particular congratulations to high-achieving students including Harley Manu, Grace Warden, Thivya Thivakaran and Sid Woodhead on their exceptional results.

Well done to everyone involved in this incredible achievement!

Full article is published on Sussex World at https://tinyurl.com/34cn5v8w

Ark Alexandra Exhibition Celebrates a Showcase of Creativity and Talent! Students, staff, families and members of the lo...
17/07/2026

Ark Alexandra Exhibition Celebrates a Showcase of Creativity and Talent!

Students, staff, families and members of the local community came together this week to celebrate the remarkable creativity and talent of Ark Alexandra Academy students at the GCSE Art, Photography and Design Technology Exhibition, held at the Hastings Centre

Visitors were treated to an outstanding display of artwork, photography and design projects, showcasing the imagination, technical skill and dedication of our GCSE students.

From stunning paintings and drawings to creative photography and innovative Design Technology work, the exhibition highlighted the incredible talent within our school community.

Highlights included:
A professional-quality exhibition of GCSE Art, Photography and DT work
A spectacular dance performance inspired by Picasso's Guernica
Delicious canapés prepared and served by our GCSE Hospitality & Catering students
Visits from our Year 7 and 8 students and Ark Blacklands pupils, inspiring the next generation of creative minds
An exhibition evening where students proudly shared their work with parents, carers and the wider community.

It was wonderful to hear so many positive comments from visitors, with many praising the exceptional standard of work on display and the confidence, creativity and ambition shown by our students.

The academy would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of the event. Special recognition goes to Ms Dawes, Head of Art & Design, Mr Woodhead, Leader of Art, and Ms Sales for organising the exhibition. Thanks also go to Miss Elliott, Mr Mardle and Mrs Fraser for inspiring students and supporting the exhibition, Ms Vanner and her Dance students for their outstanding performance, and Mrs O'Connor, Mrs Donoghue and the GCSE Catering students for providing refreshments.

The academy would also like to recognise the invaluable support of its technicians and site team, whose hard work helped bring the event to life.

A special thank you to the Hastings Centre for providing such a fantastic venue for the exhibition. The space offered the perfect setting to celebrate and showcase the incredible creativity and achievements of our students.

Most importantly, congratulations to all the students whose work was showcased. Their creativity, perseverance and talent made the exhibition a truly memorable celebration of the arts at Ark Alexandra Academy.

Ark Alexandra Students Take on the Gold DofE Challenge on Dartmoor!Six of our students recently travelled to Dartmoor wi...
17/07/2026

Ark Alexandra Students Take on the Gold DofE Challenge on Dartmoor!

Six of our students recently travelled to Dartmoor with Mr Burchell and Miss Clark to complete their Practice Gold The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expedition, and what an adventure it was!

Known for its unpredictable weather, Dartmoor decided to offer just one condition for the entire expedition... heat!

Despite long days, challenging terrain and carrying heavy rucksacks, our students rose to the challenge brilliantly, demonstrating:

Resilience
Teamwork
Independence
Determination
Outstanding positivity

The group successfully navigated their routes, reached checkpoints on schedule and showed excellent campcraft skills, preparing their own meals and managing life on expedition with confidence.

With temperatures soaring, extra checkpoints were introduced to ensure everyone stayed hydrated and safe, and our students responded brilliantly to the demands of the expedition.

This practice expedition has provided invaluable preparation for their assessed Gold expedition in October, and they should be incredibly proud of everything they achieved.

A huge well done to all six students, as well as Mr Burchell and Miss Clark, for a fantastic few days on Dartmoor. We wish the team every success as they continue their Gold DofE journey!

Ark Alexandra Students Help Design the Future! We're excited to share the latest update on our Sustainable Drainage Syst...
17/07/2026

Ark Alexandra Students Help Design the Future!

We're excited to share the latest update on our Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) Project, and the best part is that many of the ideas came directly from our students!

Following workshops earlier this year, the final plans have now been developed and work will begin over the summer to create a fantastic new outdoor space for students in the Compass Centre.

Highlights include:

🌳 A beautiful new pergola and covered seating area
🌿 More planting and natural features
💧 An interactive rainwater feature with a special cloud installation
🐝 Opportunities to support biodiversity and wildlife
📚 Outdoor learning spaces focused on sustainability and the environment

One of the most exciting features will allow students to watch rainwater travel through visible pipework before flowing through the cloud feature, helping bring sustainable drainage to life while creating a calming and relaxing environment.

Many elements of the design were inspired by ideas submitted by students, including suggestions from Sydney, Archie, Bailey, Leanne and Coby. Their creativity and enthusiasm have helped shape a space that future students will enjoy for years to come.

Once completed, the area will provide opportunities for outdoor learning, wellbeing, sustainability education and environmental exploration.

We can't wait to see the finished project and share photographs with you later this year!

16/07/2026

I have been to see some of the absolutely astounding art and photography work presented by year 10 and year 11 pupils at Ark Alexander today . It was amazing to see the effort put in by the pupils , the hours of labour and the input from the teachers that produced all these prices of work . Well done to all Ark Alexandra Academy

Ark Alexandra Academy has been graded ‘STRONG’ in EVERY area by Ofsted! We are delighted to share some fantastic news wi...
14/07/2026

Ark Alexandra Academy has been graded ‘STRONG’ in EVERY area by Ofsted!

We are delighted to share some fantastic news with you: following our recent Ofsted inspection [16-17 June 2026]; Ark Alexandra Academy has been graded as “Strong in all areas”.

Click https://tinyurl.com/ofsted2026 to read the full inspection report.

This outcome reflects the hard work, dedication and ambition of our students, staff and wider school community. We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved and of the positive, supportive culture that makes our school such a special place to learn and grow.

We know this report will mean a great deal to our community. We would like to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Your encouragement and commitment to your children’s education play a vital role, and this report is something we can all be very proud of.

We look forward to building on this achievement and continuing to provide the very best opportunities for every student.


Ark Alexandra Cadets Take on an Epic Summer Camp Adventure! What a week! Our Ark Alexandra Cadets attended their annual ...
13/07/2026

Ark Alexandra Cadets Take on an Epic Summer Camp Adventure!

What a week! Our Ark Alexandra Cadets attended their annual summer camp at Lydd Camp and St Martin's Plain, Folkestone, taking part in an incredible programme of military training, adventure activities and team-building challenges.

Throughout the week, cadets tackled:

🎯 Clay pigeon shooting
🧭 Tracking and survival skills
🏘️ TIBUA training alongside the Gurkhas
🔫 Marksmanship on the ranges
🚑 First aid training
🧩 Escape room challenges
🚴 Mountain biking
🧗 Rock climbing and abseiling
🛶 Raft building, kayaking and paddleboarding
🏹 Archery

The camp finished with a series of competitions where cadets put everything they had learned into practice.

Most importantly, our cadets demonstrated outstanding resilience, teamwork, leadership and determination throughout the week. Their behaviour, attitude and willingness to embrace every challenge were exceptional, and they represented Ark Alexandra with pride every step of the way.

A huge well done to all the cadets and staff involved in making this year's summer camp such a memorable success. We know many are already counting down to next year's adventure!

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