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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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