Arco Academy

About Arco Academy

Arco Academy is a boutique independent sports specialist school empowering students to be their best. We provide a holistic, therapeutic, and sports-focused alternative to mainstream education. Our student-centred approach prioritises well-being, offering wraparound care through a team of qualified staff and expert therapists.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Lisa Miller

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

0.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Life Changing Experience at Arco Academy"

I am so grateful to have sent my son to Arco Academy. The staff have been supportive and understanding of his needs, and the facilities are fantastic. The focus on sports and wellbeing has really helped him develop a positive mindset and love for fitness.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth T

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"Holistic Approach to Education"

I was blown away by the holistic approach to education at Arco Academy. The staff are passionate about their work and have a genuine interest in each child's well-being and success. My daughter has thrived in the supportive environment and has developed a love for learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David K

Parent Aug 25, 2021

5.0

"Best Decision We Ever Made"

Sending our son to Arco Academy was the best decision we ever made. The school has provided him with the support and guidance he needs to succeed, and he has gone on to achieve excellent grades and a place at university. We cannot thank the staff enough for all their hard work and dedication.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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John D

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Great School, but room for improvement"

We moved our daughter from Arco Academy after two years as she struggled with the school's approach to SEN support. While the staff were friendly and the facilities were great, we felt that they could have done more to address her specific needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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