Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
URN: 135297 • Dartford DA1 1QE
Overview
- Name
- Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
- URN
- 135297
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julia Collins (since 2025) , Academy Principal
- Telephone
- 01322620400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Green Street Green Road, Dartford DA1 1QE
Summary
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, located in Dartford, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,335 students and a capacity of 1,500. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, the school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic and personal growth. The principal, Miss Rebecca Roberts, emphasizes the importance of resilience and success for all students.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for students in Years 7 to 9. This approach aims to nurture individual talents and interests while preparing students for future academic and social challenges. The school also values community engagement and encourages students to become compassionate, active members of society.
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating student achievements, ensuring that each individual is valued and has the opportunity to succeed. The school hosts various events, including open mornings and evenings for prospective students, to foster connections within the community.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for students in Years 7 to 9. This approach aims to nurture individual talents and interests while preparing students for future academic and social challenges. The school also values community engagement and encourages students to become compassionate, active members of society.
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating student achievements, ensuring that each individual is valued and has the opportunity to succeed. The school hosts various events, including open mornings and evenings for prospective students, to foster connections within the community.
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- Post 16 Admissions & Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (77.3)
- Dartford Grammar School (77.0)
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (73.4)
- Dartford Grammar School (70.2)
- Wilmington Grammar School for Girls (66.9)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1500
- Pupils
- 1335
- Boys
- 785
- Girls
- 550
- FSM %
- 26.90
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1335 | 785 | 550 | 1500 | 26.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1332 | 761 | 571 | 1500 | 25.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1379 | 779 | 600 | 1500 | 20.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1379 | 779 | 600 | 1500 | 20.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1387 | 790 | 597 | 1500 | 18.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1413 | 831 | 582 | 1500 | 14.70 |
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