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Leigh Academy Marden
Goudhurst Road, Marden, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 9JX, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
91.8 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
322
Capacity
275
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
117%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good and a strong LocaleIQ score, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in key stage 2 where 74% of pupils are achieving the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing them in the top 25% nationally. However, only 19% reach the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, parents can expect a supportive environment with commendable academic outcomes.
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Last inspected: 28 February 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal 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%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 19% | Top 10% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British78.9%
Gypsy/Roma8.1%
White Other2.8%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
Black African1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Other1.2%
Mixed Other0.9%
Black Other0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Black Caribbean0.3%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Location
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51.17331, 0.48783 · TN12 9JX
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN148116
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Leigh Academy Marden rated by Ofsted?
Leigh Academy Marden was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 February 2023.
Is Leigh Academy Marden a good school?
Leigh Academy Marden scores 91.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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