West Leigh Infant School
99%
Capacity
358
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About West Leigh Infant School
West Leigh Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southend-on-Sea community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 358 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated West Leigh Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Froydenlund, it falls under Southend-on-Sea local authority.
West Leigh Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 259 applications for 120 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 149 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 West Leigh Infant School include Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, West Leigh Infant School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 2JB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Froydenlund |
| Local Authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Number of Pupils | 358 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 358 / 360 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
259
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
149 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.
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Contact Information
Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, SS9 2JB
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