Leigh Academy Tree Tops
URN: 137882 • Maidstone ME15 9EZ
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Denise White (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01622754888
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brishing Lane, Maidstone ME15 9EZ
Summary
Leigh Academy Tree Tops is a mixed primary academy located in Maidstone, Kent, with a current enrollment of 342 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and vibrant learning environment, where children are encouraged to develop their potential and self-esteem. The principal, Miss Denise White, emphasizes the importance of creating a happy community that fosters respect and responsibility among students.
The curriculum at Leigh Academy Tree Tops is designed to inspire creativity and lifelong learning through inquiry-based approaches. It aims to connect subjects and provide engaging experiences that make learning meaningful and relevant. The school prioritizes the personal development and welfare of its pupils, which was recognized in its June 2019 Ofsted inspection, where it received a 'Good' rating with 'Outstanding' marks for leadership and management.
Additionally, the academy offers Fledglings Nursery for children aged three and above, ensuring a smooth transition into primary education. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.6%), the school is committed to supporting all learners, including those with special educational needs, to achieve their aspirations and contribute positively to their communities.
The curriculum at Leigh Academy Tree Tops is designed to inspire creativity and lifelong learning through inquiry-based approaches. It aims to connect subjects and provide engaging experiences that make learning meaningful and relevant. The school prioritizes the personal development and welfare of its pupils, which was recognized in its June 2019 Ofsted inspection, where it received a 'Good' rating with 'Outstanding' marks for leadership and management.
Additionally, the academy offers Fledglings Nursery for children aged three and above, ensuring a smooth transition into primary education. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.6%), the school is committed to supporting all learners, including those with special educational needs, to achieve their aspirations and contribute positively to their communities.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 342
- Boys
- 159
- Girls
- 183
- FSM %
- 44.60
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 342 | 159 | 183 | 315 | 44.60 |
2024-09-11 | 317 | 146 | 171 | 315 | 45.90 |
2023-09-11 | 295 | 144 | 151 | 315 | 56.80 |
2022-09-11 | 295 | 144 | 151 | 315 | 56.80 |
2021-09-11 | 279 | 129 | 150 | 315 | 55.80 |
2020-09-11 | 269 | 129 | 140 | 315 | 46.00 |
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