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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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