Leigh Academy Oaks
106%
Capacity
225
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Leigh Academy Oaks
Leigh Academy Oaks is a state-funded None primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 213 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Luke Coulson, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% 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 217th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 44 in Maidstone.
Leigh Academy Oaks is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leigh Academy Oaks include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Art Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Leigh Academy Oaks 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 | Oak Tree Avenue, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME15 9AX |
| Headteacher | Luke Coulson |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.6% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 213 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
217th of 13,686
Nationally
29th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
92%
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
5Facilities 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
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leigh Academy Oaks
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Contact Information
Oak Tree Avenue, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME15 9AX
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