Year 6 Open Evening
We are excited to announce our Open Evening will be on Wednesday 15th October 2025 between 4-6pm!
This is an opportunity for parents/carers of children currently in Year 6 to explore our school site and get a feel for the Charter community.
All departments will be available for you to speak to and ask any questions you might have.

How to apply
Applications for places at Ark Charter will be made in accordance with Portsmouth City Council's co-ordinated admission arrangements.
Applications can be submitted through the Portsmouth City Council website, using the link below.
Applications to start school in September 2026 needed to be submitted by the October 2025.
Parents were notified by Portsmouth City Council on the 1st of March 2026 if their application has been successful.
If you have any questions about the admissions process, don't hesitate to get in contact.
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Best-in-class careers provision
Our pupils dream big for life after school thanks to our highly aspirational careers programme, which includes visits to prestigious universities and employers, one-to-one guidance and a rich programme of workshops and visiting speakers.

Ark Music Programme
Designed to foster a life-long love of music, the Ark Music Programme offers a wealth of experience for all pupils at all levels, including an annual Music Gala where pupils have the opportunity to perform at a national level.

Setting your child up for success
We're proud that students from Ark Schools are 3 times more likely to go on to a top tier university at the end of their school career.
