Ebbsfleet Academy

URN: 137581 • Swanscombe DA10 0BZ

Overview

Name
Ebbsfleet Academy
URN
137581
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gurjit Kaur Shergill (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01322242252
Website
Visit
Address
Southfleet Road, Swanscombe DA10 0BZ

Summary

Ebbsfleet Academy, located in Swanscombe, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 826 students, exceeding its capacity of 780. The school is committed to providing an outstanding education, with a strong emphasis on high expectations and inclusivity. Following a recent ungraded Ofsted inspection, the academy is on track to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating in its next evaluation.

The academy's ethos revolves around three core values: 'Be Ready, Work Hard, Be Nice.' This framework guides the school's approach to teaching and learning, ensuring that students develop both academically and socially in a supportive environment. The curriculum is designed to cater to diverse learning styles, allowing students to progress at their own pace.

As a member of the Leigh Academies Trust, Ebbsfleet Academy benefits from collaboration with other successful schools, enhancing the professional development of its staff. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and providing a range of opportunities for students to excel in various areas, preparing them for future academic and career pursuits.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
780
Pupils
826
Boys
432
Girls
394
FSM %
35.20
Open date
2013-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 826 432 394 780 35.20
2024-09-11 826 451 375 780 34.60
2023-09-11 684 375 309 750 32.00
2022-09-11 684 375 309 750 32.00
2021-09-11 672 387 285 750 25.60
2020-09-11 693 398 295 750 19.50

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