Leigh Academy Rainham

URN: 148577 • Gillingham ME8 8GS

Overview

Name
Leigh Academy Rainham
URN
148577
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alexandra Cramlington (since 2025)
Telephone
01634412440
Website
Visit
Address
Otterham Quay Lane, Gillingham ME8 8GS

Summary

Leigh Academy Rainham is a mixed secondary free school located in Gillingham, Medway, with a current enrolment of 793 students and a capacity of 1,150. The school is committed to fostering high aspirations and expectations for all students, promoting their academic success and personal growth. The ethos of the academy is encapsulated in its mission statement: "Dream, Believe, Achieve," which emphasizes the belief that every student can reach their potential regardless of their background.

The curriculum at Leigh Academy Rainham is designed to be knowledge-rich and skills-focused, underpinned by the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). This approach encourages diversity of thought and prepares students to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Additionally, students benefit from a 1:1 device initiative, equipping them with essential digital skills.

Support is structured through three colleges, each providing pastoral care for students across year groups. Each college is led by a Head of College and a dedicated Student Services team, ensuring that every student receives the guidance and support they need to succeed both academically and as responsible members of the community.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1150
Pupils
793
Boys
440
Girls
353
FSM %
21.10
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 793 440 353 1150 21.10
2024-09-11 631 356 275 1150 19.20
2023-09-11 239 132 107 1150 12.60
2022-09-11 239 132 107 1150 12.60
2021-09-11 1150

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