Leigh Academy Blackheath
URN: 145895 • London SE3 8SY
Overview
- Name
- Leigh Academy Blackheath
- URN
- 145895
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Smith (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02081040888
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Old Dover Road, London SE3 8SY
Summary
Leigh Academy Blackheath is a mixed secondary free school located in Blackheath, London, with a current enrolment of 1,035 students and a capacity of 1,150. The academy is part of the Leigh Academies Trust and is committed to providing a personalised education through a broad and balanced curriculum. The school values of Respect, Integrity, Ambition, Scholarship, and Resilience underpin its ethos, fostering a collaborative and nurturing environment for students.
The academy operates a unique college structure, dividing students into three colleges, each led by dedicated teams that support academic and pastoral care. This model aims to strengthen partnerships between the school and families, ensuring that every student receives tailored support throughout their educational journey. Leigh Academy Blackheath has been rated outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.
In addition to its secondary curriculum, Leigh Academy Blackheath offers LAB16, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School programme, which includes the IB Diploma and Careers-related programmes. This initiative is designed to prepare students for diverse career paths and equip them with essential skills for the future.
The academy operates a unique college structure, dividing students into three colleges, each led by dedicated teams that support academic and pastoral care. This model aims to strengthen partnerships between the school and families, ensuring that every student receives tailored support throughout their educational journey. Leigh Academy Blackheath has been rated outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.
In addition to its secondary curriculum, Leigh Academy Blackheath offers LAB16, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School programme, which includes the IB Diploma and Careers-related programmes. This initiative is designed to prepare students for diverse career paths and equip them with essential skills for the future.
Useful links
- Governance, Organisation and Finance (governance)
- send (sen)
- National College Guide: Dealing with traumatic and challenging events (calendar)
- view all upcoming events (calendar)
- admissions (other)
- Admissions Arrangements 2025-26 (other)
- Admissions Arrangements 2026-27 (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Greenwich
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1035
- Boys
- 592
- Girls
- 443
- FSM %
- 26.70
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1035 | 592 | 443 | 1150 | 26.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 959 | 548 | 411 | 1150 | 22.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 718 | 392 | 326 | 1150 | 18.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 718 | 392 | 326 | 1150 | 18.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 536 | 289 | 247 | 1150 | 13.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 359 | 190 | 169 | 1150 | 12.30 |
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