Leigh Academy Horsmonden

About Leigh Academy Horsmonden

Leigh Academy Horsmonden is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated Leigh Academy Horsmonden "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Sharp, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 88% 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 479th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.

Leigh Academy Horsmonden is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Severe Learning Difficulty, 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 Horsmonden include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Leigh Academy Horsmonden 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.

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