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Leigh Academy Blackheath Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Leigh Academy Blackheath is a free s secondary school in London, Greenwich , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1035 pupils, and a capacity of 1150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,035

Pupils

1,150

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Leigh Academy Blackheath Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Leigh Academy Blackheath are allocated by Greenwich using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Greenwich before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Leigh Academy Blackheath — School Information

Full address
Old Dover Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 8SY
Local authority
Greenwich
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
26.7% of pupils
DfE URN
145895

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Academy Blackheath

Is Leigh Academy Blackheath oversubscribed?

Leigh Academy Blackheath is operating close to its capacity of 1150 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Leigh Academy Blackheath?

Admission to Leigh Academy Blackheath is managed by Greenwich. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Leigh Academy Blackheath cover?

Leigh Academy Blackheath is a secondary school in London, Greenwich, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Leigh Academy Blackheath?

Leigh Academy Blackheath was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.