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Leigh Academy Minster Catchment Area

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

Leigh Academy Minster is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheerness, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1070 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

1,070

Pupils

1,150

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Leigh Academy Minster Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Leigh Academy Minster 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.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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 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 Minster — School Information

Full address
Minster Road, Sheerness, ME12 3JQ
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
40.4% of pupils
DfE URN
150935

Other Secondary Schools in Sheerness

If Leigh Academy Minster is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheerness are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Academy Minster

Is Leigh Academy Minster oversubscribed?

Leigh Academy Minster is operating close to its capacity of 1150 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Leigh Academy Minster?

Admission to Leigh Academy Minster 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 Minster cover?

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