Belfairs Academy

URN: 138174 • Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3TG

Overview

Name
Belfairs Academy
URN
138174
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LEGRA ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Beverley Williams (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01702509000
Website
Visit
Address
Highlands Boulevard, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3TG

Summary

Belfairs Academy, located in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,606 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,440. As part of the Legra Academy Trust, the school is committed to fostering a culture of excellence in education, as highlighted in their recent Ofsted report, which commended the positive attitudes and exemplary conduct of its pupils.

The academy aims to support students from Year 7 to Year 13 by nurturing individual talents and encouraging a strong commitment to learning. With a focus on character development, Belfairs Academy strives to provide a safe and engaging environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The dedicated teaching staff and operational team work collaboratively with families to ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Belfairs Academy also places a strong emphasis on community involvement and invites parents to engage with the school through visits and events. The school promotes a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to take pride in their achievements and develop leadership skills for the future.

Key details

LA
Southend-on-Sea
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LEGRA ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1440
Pupils
1606
Boys
791
Girls
815
FSM %
20.30
Open date
2012-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1606 791 815 1440 20.30
2024-09-11 1632 806 826 1440 18.80
2023-09-11 1587 769 818 1440 12.70
2022-09-11 1587 769 818 1440 12.70
2021-09-11 1497 736 761 1440 11.60
2020-09-11 1404 696 708 1440 9.30

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