Welcome to Ark Brunel

Welcome to Ark Brunel Primary Academy.
 
Ark Brunel Primary Academy is a vibrant school and ambitious school at the heart of our diverse North Kensington community.  Our children are at the centre of everything we do, and we are committed to giving every child the very best start in life. 

We want every child at Ark Brunel to thrive:  academically, socially and personally.  We believe that every child has the potential to achieve great things, and we encourage them to choose brilliance in all that they do.  Our values of honesty, enthusiasm, ambition, resilience and thought are central to life at our school.  They help to shape not only how our children learn, but also the kind of people we are.

As Headteacher, I am committed to creating a school where children feel happy, safe and known; where they are inspired by their learning and supported to aim high. I also believe that a successful school is built on strong relationships between children, families and staff. By working together, we can ensure that every child is given the opportunity to flourish.

We are proud to be part of the Ark Schools network, a leading education charity with a shared mission to transform lives through education. Being part of Ark gives our children and staff access to expertise, opportunities and resources from across a wider family of schools. From Year 5 onwards, every pupil receives a Chromebook, helping them to develop the skills and independence they need to continue their learning beyond the classroom.

Learning at Ark Brunel extends far beyond the school day. Our children can take part in a wide range of enrichment and after-school activities, including arts and crafts, chess, dance and football. We believe these experiences are an important part of a rich and rounded education, allowing children to discover new interests, develop their talents and build confidence.

Great schools are built by great people. We are proud of our dedicated staff and are committed to investing in their development so that our children benefit from excellent teaching and support every day.

I am incredibly excited to lead Ark Brunel and to work alongside our wonderful children, families, staff and wider community. I hope this website gives you a sense of our school and all that we have to offer. If you would like to know more, please do get in touch.

I look forward to welcoming you to Ark Brunel.

Ark Brunel's vision statement:

• Ark Brunel pupils:

1. Come to school happy and excited to learn in a calm and safe environment.
2. Are prepared for the next phase of their education.
3. Are responsible, respectful and active citizens.

Our HEART values underpin all our behaviour and interactions with one another, and create an environment where we can all excel. They bind us together and are central to making our goals a reality. They are explicitly taught as part of every child's journey through our school.

• Honesty – We are true to ourselves, we tell the truth and we show empathy towards others. We endeavour to do the right thing and take responsibility when we have not.
• Enthusiasm – We are excited about learning and are positive in our attitude to life and to school. We see opportunities not obstacles and enjoy the challenges we are set.
• Ambition – We do not settle for the ordinary. We ask challenging questions and are prepared to take risks. By making the right choices, we can be anything we want to be.
• Resilience – We are confident and believe in ourselves. We are able to learn from our experiences and use our mistakes to help us improve. We work hard and never give up.
• Thought – We think before we act and speak and are kind to others. We are curious about the world around us, make deliberate choices, and love to ask how, why and what if.