Leigh Academy Dartford
102%
Capacity
670
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Leigh Academy Dartford
Leigh Academy Dartford is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 670 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 654 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Roberts, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 97% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 64th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 26 in Dartford.
Leigh Academy Dartford is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 90 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 100 were first-preference applications.
Leigh Academy Dartford parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (92 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leigh Academy Dartford include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Leigh Academy Dartford is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | York Road, Dartford, Dartford, DA1 1SQ |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Roberts |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 670 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 670 / 654 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (97%)
64th of 13,686
Nationally
9th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
97%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
97%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
92 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
100 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leigh Academy Dartford
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Contact Information
York Road, Dartford
Dartford, DA1 1SQ
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