The Eastwood Academy
URN: 137284 • Leigh-on-Sea SS9 5UU
Overview
- Name
- The Eastwood Academy
- URN
- 137284
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TENACITAS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Piercy (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01702524341
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 5UU
Summary
The Eastwood Academy, located in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, is a mixed secondary school with an outstanding Ofsted rating. With a current enrolment of 1,143 pupils, the academy has a capacity of 970 and is heavily oversubscribed, reflecting its strong reputation in the community. The school offers a diverse curriculum aimed at helping all students achieve beyond expectations, with a particular emphasis on academic excellence and personal development.
The academy boasts impressive GCSE results, with 90% of pupils achieving grades 9-4 in Mathematics and 83% in English. The school also prioritises enrichment activities, providing opportunities for students to excel in Performing Arts and Sport, with 10% of places allocated for those with specific aptitudes in these areas. The Eastwood Academy is committed to supporting disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners.
The ethos of The Eastwood Academy is encapsulated in its vision of "Believe, Succeed, Together," fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration among students, staff, and families. The academy's leadership, under Principal Mr. D. Piercy, focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere where every pupil can thrive academically and socially.
The academy boasts impressive GCSE results, with 90% of pupils achieving grades 9-4 in Mathematics and 83% in English. The school also prioritises enrichment activities, providing opportunities for students to excel in Performing Arts and Sport, with 10% of places allocated for those with specific aptitudes in these areas. The Eastwood Academy is committed to supporting disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners.
The ethos of The Eastwood Academy is encapsulated in its vision of "Believe, Succeed, Together," fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration among students, staff, and families. The academy's leadership, under Principal Mr. D. Piercy, focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere where every pupil can thrive academically and socially.
Useful links
- Meet our Senior Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Information report (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Appeals (other)
- In Year Admissions (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Selective Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Belfairs Academy (66.3)
- Belfairs High School (45.2)
- The Eastwood School (11-18) (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TENACITAS TRUST
- Capacity
- 970
- Pupils
- 1143
- Boys
- 589
- Girls
- 554
- FSM %
- 17.30
- Open date
- 2011-08-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-12-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1143 | 589 | 554 | 970 | 17.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1147 | 604 | 543 | 970 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1103 | 593 | 510 | 970 | 16.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1103 | 593 | 510 | 970 | 16.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1068 | 571 | 497 | 840 | 14.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1032 | 542 | 490 | 840 | 11.00 |
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