Leigh Academy Peninsula East
94%
Capacity
234
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Leigh Academy Peninsula East
Leigh Academy Peninsula East is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Leigh Academy Peninsula East "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorna Rimmer, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 55 in Medway.
Leigh Academy Peninsula East is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 20 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Leigh Academy Peninsula East has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Leigh Academy Peninsula East include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Leigh Academy Peninsula East 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 | Avery Way, Rochester, Medway, ME3 9HR |
| Headteacher | Lorna Rimmer |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 250 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2774th of 13,686
Nationally
365th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
75%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leigh Academy Peninsula East
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Contact Information
Avery Way, Rochester
Medway, ME3 9HR
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