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Leigh Academy Rainham - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Leigh Academy Rainham
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Leigh Academy Rainham
- Secondary
- Medway ME8 8GS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils build up their knowledge well over time with an ambitious curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary, showing high levels of self-control and maturity.
Qualifications and Training: Staff have strong subject expertise and receive regular high-quality training.
Current Educational Practices: The school offers regular, high-quality training to improve staff's pedagogical knowledge.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teachers use effective strategies, but a few need to improve their pedagogical approaches.
Opportunities for Involvement: High proportions of parents recognize the benefits of the school's approach.
Communication: Various helpful ways for pupils to report concerns are provided.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents endorse the work of the school, appreciating its approach.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are determined to continually improve pupils鈥� educational experience.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Supported by the trust, leadership offers regular training and supports staff well-being.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel very safe and pastoral support is very strong.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school places a high focus on pupils' mental health and well-being.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs and activities including sports, music, and debating.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities enhance learning and character development.
Outdoor Facilities: Activities include visits to historical sites and foreign countries.
Career Counselling Services: Timely information about careers and future pathways provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Plans in place to further extend careers guidance as pupils move into key stage 4.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The needs of pupils with SEND are effectively supported.
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Leigh Academy Rainham is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 631 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 19.7 | 8.3 | 4.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Leigh Academy Rainham
Local authority ratio 20 : 1