Darlinghurst Academy
URN: 140536 • Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3JS
Overview
- Name
- Darlinghurst Academy
- URN
- 140536
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LEGRA ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Nicholls (since 2025) , Chief Executive Officer
- Telephone
- 01702478379
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pavilion Drive, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3JS
Summary
Darlinghurst Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, with a current enrolment of 550 pupils and a capacity of 630. As part of the Legra Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that prioritises the welfare and emotional well-being of its students. The academy aims to foster individual talents and prepare children for a successful future through a curriculum that encourages curiosity, resilience, and cooperation.
The school focuses on delivering purposeful and relevant learning experiences, integrating moral development and social skills into its educational approach. By offering a range of engaging activities both inside and outside the classroom, Darlinghurst Academy supports children in exploring their interests and developing fundamental skills.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, as it encourages students to be kind citizens and contribute positively to society. With a strong emphasis on safeguarding and emotional support, Darlinghurst Academy strives to create a safe and stimulating environment for all its pupils.
The school focuses on delivering purposeful and relevant learning experiences, integrating moral development and social skills into its educational approach. By offering a range of engaging activities both inside and outside the classroom, Darlinghurst Academy supports children in exploring their interests and developing fundamental skills.
Community involvement is also a key aspect of the school's ethos, as it encourages students to be kind citizens and contribute positively to society. With a strong emphasis on safeguarding and emotional support, Darlinghurst Academy strives to create a safe and stimulating environment for all its pupils.
Useful links
- Academy Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Head Prefects (governance)
- Impact Statement (governance)
- Click here (download)
- Click here for the full Ofsted report (download)
- Click here (download)
- Please click here to view our Prospectus (download)
- Click here to view our GDPR/Data Protection Policy (download)
- Reception Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Blenheim Primary School (71.0)
- West Leigh Junior School (70.2)
- West Leigh Junior School (69.9)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School (65.6)
- Leigh North Street Primary School (65.6)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEGRA ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 550
- Boys
- 291
- Girls
- 259
- FSM %
- 21.80
- Open date
- 2014-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 550 | 291 | 259 | 630 | 21.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 561 | 283 | 278 | 630 | 25.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 550 | 280 | 270 | 630 | 26.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 550 | 280 | 270 | 630 | 26.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 596 | 300 | 296 | 570 | 21.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 626 | 319 | 307 | 570 | 18.40 |
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