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Leigh Academy Dartford
York Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1SQ, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.8 / 100
Top 0%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
670
Capacity
654
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
102%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional KS2 results, this primary school boasts a 94% rate of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 1% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 96% recommending the school, reflecting a strong community engagement and support. Overall, it presents a compelling option for families seeking a high-quality educational environment for their children.
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Last inspected: 17 June 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 94% | Top 1% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 26% | Top 4% UK |
Parent View (92 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child feels safe
99%
Good range of extra-curricular
99%
Behaviour is good
99%
My child is happy
98%
School keeps me informed
98%
My child makes good progress
98%
Good range of subjects
97%
Progress is communicated
97%
I'd recommend this school
96%
School supports development
95%
School has high expectations
95%
School responds to concerns
65%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British40.3%
Black African16.0%
White Other10.9%
Asian Indian7.6%
Asian Other6.0%
Mixed Other4.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Asian Bangladeshi1.9%
Other1.8%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Chinese1.5%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Asian Pakistani0.9%
Black Caribbean0.9%
Black Other0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
White Irish0.3%
Location
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51.44140, 0.22853 · DA1 1SQ
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN141534
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.dartfordprimary.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Leigh Academy Dartford rated by Ofsted?
Leigh Academy Dartford was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 June 2025.
Is Leigh Academy Dartford a good school?
Leigh Academy Dartford scores 99.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Leigh Academy Dartford?
Based on 92 Ofsted Parent View responses, Leigh Academy Dartford receives a satisfaction score of 89% across all parent survey questions.
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