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Ashcroft Technology Academy

United Kingdom, London

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Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), BTEC Qualification, British Curriculum
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Introduction

Ashcroft Technology Academy (ATA) delivers a knowledge-rich curriculum for Key Stages 3 to 5. KS3 (Year 7–8) offers a broad range of subjects with scope to specialise later, and a STEAM focus alongside languages and drama. KS4 (Year 9–11) includes English Language and English Literature, Mathematics (with Further/Additional Mathematics for the most able), Combined Science (Triple Science for the most able), French and Geography or History, plus Religious Studies or Citizenship; students study ten GCSEs and may take up to 13 subjects, with enrichment opportunities. At KS5, pupils choose between A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate, with a weekly pastoral programme and a strong super-curricular offer including an Extended Project Qualification and support for Oxbridge/medicine applicants. The EBACC emphasis and extended-day provision underpin progression to top sixth forms and universities. The Sixth Form is among the country's top-performing and offers both A-levels and the IB Diploma. The campus at 100 West Hill includes three gymnasiums, a large auditorium with retractable seating and a drama studio; there is a Learning Resource Centre and ample parking. ATA is sponsored by Lord Ashcroft, with £13 million invested in new buildings and refurbishment.

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Fees
Application fees

- There are no application fees to apply for a place at Ashcroft Technology Academy. Admission is through the normal local authority/academy admissions process and any specialist testing procedures; no charge is made for application.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Ashcroft Technology Academy is a state-funded academy and does not charge tuition fees for any year group. There are no per-term or per-year tuition charges for Years 7–11 or for Sixth Form (Years 12–13). All statutory taught education is provided without tuition cost.

Billing schedule and payment terms (for chargeable items)

- Charges apply only for optional or non-statutory items and activities (see list below). When a charge is made, parents are normally asked to pay at the time of booking or before the activity takes place. The Academy may offer a payment-by-instalments option for trips or other larger charges; a schedule and approximate costs are normally published at the start of the academic year for planned visits. Payments for chargeable items are collected through the Academy's online payment systems and by the payment methods listed below.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered at Ashcroft Technology Academy. There are no boarding facilities or boarding charges.

Other costs and fees (items that may be charged)

- Music tuition: Fees are charged for optional per‑instrument music lessons where parents agree to tuition that is not an integral part of the curriculum. A remission (discount) policy can apply for eligible families.

- Residential trips and visits: Costs for trips that take place mainly outside Academy hours, and the board, lodgings and travel elements of residential trips, are chargeable. Voluntary contributions are invited for some day trips; no student will be excluded from a curriculum trip for inability to pay, but residential/trip costs where charging is permitted will be billed. The Academy may publish estimated costs and offer instalment payments.

- Examination and accreditation fees: Charges may apply where a parent requests accreditation outside the Academy's normal provision, for alternative forms of accreditation, or where a student is entered for an external examination and then fails to attend without good reason. Certain examination fees may be returnable in specified circumstances.

- Materials and practical subject contributions: Where a student chooses to own a finished practical product (e.g., in art, design or food subjects), the cost of materials may be requested.

- Replacement or repair costs: Charges may be made for replacement of defaced, damaged or broken Academy property, fixtures, fittings or equipment caused by a student's inappropriate behaviour. Charges may also be raised for lost or damaged learning resources, text or exercise books.

- Uniform and kit: Branded blazers, ties and specified sports kit are available from the Academy uniform shop and carry prices. The published uniform price list (as at September 2025) shows sample prices such as Blazer £58.50, Tie £4.75, White Polo Shirt £10.00, Track Top £12.50, Football Shorts £5.25 and Games Socks £4.00; the full price list and ordering is managed through the College shop area in the Wisepay/Squid ordering system.

Remissions and financial support

- Remission (full or partial waiver) is available for certain chargeable activities for families meeting specified benefit/income criteria. The Academy's remissions criteria align with standard qualifying benefits and include provisions for assistance with free school meals, support towards uniform purchase at entry points, travel assistance grants in qualifying cases, and reductions for music tuition where eligibility applies. Discretionary remission may be granted by the Principal in cases of temporary hardship.

Refund information

- Examination fees: In specified circumstances examination or entry fees may be returnable (for example, where a student has been entered but later meets conditions for a refund or achieves the required grades as set out by the Academy).

- Other refunds: Refund arrangements for trips, uniform or other chargeable items are handled according to the Academy's operational policies for those services; where applicable the Academy will set out payment, instalment and cancellation terms at the time a charge is requested.

Fee payment options and how payments are accepted

- Online payments via the Academy's Wisepay/Squid ordering portal are used for trips, uniform, meal top-ups and other payable items; Wisepay accepts online debit and credit card payments. Payment by the Academy's online portal is the primary method for most chargeable items.

- Uniform shop payments: Uniform orders are placed through the Wisepay/Squid shop and the Uniform Shop page notes payment can be made by debit/credit card or cheque where applicable.

- Cheque: The Academy accepts cheque payments for certain school purchases (for example through the uniform shop) where stated.

- Other methods: The Academy uses its financial procedures to manage receipts and may accept other methods as specified for particular activities; parents should follow the payment instructions provided with each chargeable activity.

Summary (key points for a parent)

- No application or tuition fees: education at Ashcroft Technology Academy is provided without tuition charge for all year groups.
- Charges are limited to optional/non-statutory items (music tuition, residential trips, some exam entries, materials for ownership, replacement items, uniform).
- Payments are mainly collected via the Wisepay/Squid online system (debit/credit card), with cheque/debit/credit accepted for uniform purchases where indicated; instalment arrangements may be offered for larger costs.
- Remission and assistance are available to qualifying families and discretionary support may be provided in cases of hardship; certain limited refunds (for example specific examination fees) are recorded in the Academy's charging policy.
Academics

Ashcroft Technology Academy teaches IB (DP), BTEC Qualification, British Curriculum.

Curriculum
ATA delivers a knowledge-rich curriculum across Key Stages 3 to 5. KS3 (Year 7–8) offers a broad range of subjects with scope to specialise later, and the wider curriculum includes STEAM, languages, drama and trips. KS4 (Year 9–11) requires English Language and English Literature, Mathematics (with Further/Additional Mathematics for the most able), Combined Science (Triple Science for the most able), French and Geography or History, plus Religious Studies or Citizenship; students study ten GCSEs and may sit up to 13 subjects, with access to enrichment and extension opportunities. At KS5, students choose between A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate, with a weekly pastoral programme and a strong super-curricular offer including an Extended Project Qualification and support for Oxbridge/medicine applicants. The EBACC emphasis and extended-day provision underpin preparation for top sixth forms and universities. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for public examinations and progression to university or college programmes.

Exam Results
In Year 11, 2023 outcomes were exceptional: 79% of students obtained a grade 5 or above in English and mathematics, well above the national average of 45%. The Progress 8 score was 1.09, well above the national average and among the very highest in England. The Sixth Form has also been recognised for strong attainment, with the Prospectus noting high A-level results and progress.

Higher Education Progression
Sixth Form destinations typically include progression to Russell Group universities; many Ashcroft students pursue Oxbridge or other top universities, aided by detailed Higher Education guidance and UCAS support. The Sixth Form Prospectus states that graduates commonly progress to prestigious universities in the UK and abroad, including Oxbridge, with a broad range of degree courses pursued.

Gifted and Talented
The Honours programme (formerly Gifted and Talented) is offered to high-ability students, with opportunities to attend lectures and enrichment activities. There is a KS5 Gifted and Talented club and a Super Curriculum that provides a selection of advanced and challenging opportunities for able students.
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Admissions

Admissions
Specialist Places: Up to 24 places are offered to applicants with high aptitude for technology who sit a separate technology aptitude test; the test is optional and not applicable to in-year admissions; a supplementary application form is required. General Places: All Year 7 applicants (except those with an EHCP) are allocated to one of five bands based on the score from the Wandsworth Year 6 Non-Verbal Reasoning Test, which is mandatory for applicants. After the EHCP and Specialist places are allocated, remaining places are offered according to oversubscription criteria: looked-after or previously looked-after status; a sibling on roll at the Academy at the time of application; a parent employed by the Academy for a minimum of two years; and distance from home (nearest first). Age requirement: applicants must reach age 11 during the period 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027, inclusive. Background: the intake should reflect the full range of ability and the social, economic and cultural character of the area. Appeal Arrangements: applicants refused a place may appeal to an independent admission appeal panel. Waiting list: based on the 2025 intake, 1116 applications were received for 240 places, with 17 appeals heard and 0 successful appeals. Unsuccessful applicants remain on a banded waiting list until 30 September 2026; from 1 October, unsuccessful applicants are retained on the waiting list by distance from the Academy until the end of the academic year (unless a place is subsequently offered). It is not possible to arrange visits outside scheduled Open Evening/Morning sessions.

Scholarships
Sixth Form Scholarships: Each autumn, sixth form students are invited to apply for a scholarship worth £500 to enhance their academic studies. Applications are submitted as a written form (no more than one side of A4) detailing the scholarship purpose, expected outcomes and how the funds will be used, along with supporting information such as the applicant's name, previous school, area of study, and rationale for the award. Shortlisted students present to a Scholarship Selection panel for about 10 minutes. The maximum award is £500, and not all applications will receive funding. Examples of previously funded scholarships span areas such as arts, science and higher education pursuits.

Waitlist
Unsuccessful applicants are first placed on a banded waiting list. The waiting list is valid until 30 September 2026. From 1 October 2026, unsuccessful applicants are retained on the waiting list according to distance from the Academy until the end of the academic year, unless they are offered a place. No visits to the Academy outside scheduled Open Evening/Morning sessions are provided.
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