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Leigh Academy Dartford Catchment Area

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

Leigh Academy Dartford is a academy converter primary school in Dartford, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 670 pupils, and a capacity of 654 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

670

Pupils

654

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Leigh Academy Dartford Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Leigh Academy Dartford sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kent. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 670 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 654 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Kent 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 Dartford — School Information

Full address
York Road, Dartford, DA1 1SQ
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
18.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141534

Other Primary Schools in Dartford

If Leigh Academy Dartford is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dartford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Academy Dartford

Is Leigh Academy Dartford oversubscribed?

Yes — Leigh Academy Dartford currently has 670 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 654 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Leigh Academy Dartford?

Admission to Leigh Academy Dartford is managed by Kent. 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 Dartford cover?

Leigh Academy Dartford is a primary school in Dartford, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–11. 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 Dartford?

Leigh Academy Dartford was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.