Leigh Academy High Halstow

A outstanding academy converter school in Medway. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Leigh Academy High Halstow.

Rochester, ME38TF Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

79

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
68.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 81.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
76.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 19.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
20 June 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Harrison Drive
High Halstow
Rochester, ME38TF
Phone
1634251098
Website
leighacademyhighhalstow.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137990
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Harrison Drive, High Halstow, Rochester, ME3 8TF
Website
https://leighacademyhighhalstow.org.uk/
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
236 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
216
Free School Meals
11.6% (25 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
81.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
19.0%
Reading Score:
108.0
Maths Score:
108.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
81.0 (+22.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
19.0 (+11.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
14.4 (3.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 108.0 108.0
2023 104.0 108.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
14 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
27
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
216 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Dream | Explore | Succeed"

Inclusive Collaborative Independent and resourceful thinkers Knowledgeable Resilient Kind Courteous Lifelong learners Global citizens

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from the Principal: Leigh Academy High Halstow is a one-form entry academy with wonderful children and families. The priority is a safe and fun place to learn, with staff who know the pupils well and a belief in high-quality learning opportunities.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Nature Squad Student Council Gymnastics STEM Clubs and Workshops Sports Coaching Drama Productions Spanish Club Tennis Club Multi-Sports Club

Sports

swimming hockey football cricket athletics

Facilities

Outdoor Classroom

Curriculum Highlights

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) World School Transdisciplinary six themes Inquiry-based learning Reading and phonics focus Outdoor learning environment Specialist music provision Co-curricular and after-school activities

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club opens at 8am every school day; after-school club on site led by outside providers until 5:15pm.

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