Ark Academy vs St Christopher's Prep School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 571 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Academy
Wembley · Academy all-through · Ages 3–18
1,639 students
St Christopher's Prep School
Wembley · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
108 students
| Measure | Ark Academy Wembley, London | St Christopher's Prep School Wembley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #202 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #936 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,639 | 108 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,639 | 108 |
| Free school meals | 41.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 80% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 82% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | 38.3 | – |
| town | Wembley | Wembley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkacademy.org | www.stchristophersschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Ark Academy is the larger school with 1,639 students compared with 108.
- •Ark Academy is a academy school while St Christopher's Prep School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ark Academy better than St Christopher's Prep School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ark Academy and St Christopher's Prep School?
About 571 m in a straight line, between Wembley and Wembley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Academy: 1,639. St Christopher's Prep School: 108. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Academy and St Christopher's Prep School rank in London?
Ark Academy is 202nd of 640 and St Christopher's Prep School is unranked among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).