Leigh Academy High Halstow
90%
Capacity
212
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Leigh Academy High Halstow
Leigh Academy High Halstow is a state-funded None primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gemma Stangroom, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1308th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 55 in Medway.
Leigh Academy High Halstow is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leigh Academy High Halstow include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Leigh Academy High Halstow 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 | None |
| Address | Harrison Drive, Rochester, Medway, ME3 8TF |
| Headteacher | Gemma Stangroom |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 236 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1308th of 13,686
Nationally
172nd of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leigh Academy High Halstow
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Contact Information
Harrison Drive, Rochester
Medway, ME3 8TF
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