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- Dartford DA1 1QE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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The Leigh Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1359 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Leigh Academy is a hub of educational excellence that serves the entire Dartford community. Our students come together and collaborate in a community that is well-run and peaceful. We are a high-performing institution that accepts students of all academic levels. Our success is built on the traditional values of pride, respect and hard work in a modern, hi-tech learning environment. We consistently rank among the top 10 state schools in the nation for value added performance. The Leigh has been at the vanguard of education when it first opened its doors in 1990 as one of just fifteen City Technology Colleges nationwide. We are always seeking for fresh approaches that excite and empower learners. As a City Academy from September 2007, we now work more closely with the Local Authority and other local schools, while retaining our independence and our own unique culture. Students participating in Vertical Tutoring from Years 7 through Post 16 gather as tutor groups daily. Please get in touch with the Academy if you want more information about our innovative educational model, our open days, or the admissions process.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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A-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | 16.1 | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.02 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% | 30.74% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 41.5% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 37% | 24.28% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 14.13% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 17.81% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 2.78 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 93.71% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 227 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 90.4% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 25.32% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 49.32% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 0.31% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.51% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.43% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.81% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.35 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% 9 | 29.93% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 9 | 42.74% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 28% | 28.61% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 2 | 13.86% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 3 | 19.15% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.38 | 2.85 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 90.86% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 221 | 125 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 85.61% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 24.22% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 48.18% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.21% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.1% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.63% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 2.7% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.26 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 41.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 28% 4 | 28.95% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 8 | 41.39% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 38% | 26.26% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 13.66% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 4 | 18.42% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.3 | 2.8 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 90.09% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 235 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 76.29% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 21.46% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 50.04% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.06% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.41% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 1.89% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.67% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.29 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% | 28.45% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 40.67% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 39% | 26.31% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 16.67% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 17.95% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 85.03% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 126 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 47.64% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 22.25% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 49.12% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.4% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.99% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.57 | 29.59 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.04 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.21% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 139 | 160 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 56.36% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.5% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 21.75% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 11.9% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 18.65 2 | 25.75 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 16.09 5 | 23.45 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.63% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 116 | 138 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 35% | 51.52% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.43% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 26.14% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.15% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 20.72 2 | 27.08 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.44 5 | 25.72 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.51% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 32 | 22.29% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 19.82% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.5% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.56 | 24.92 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.22 | 24.33 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.78% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 30 | 27.59% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 6.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 25.59% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 4.56% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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