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Leigh Academy Oaks Catchment Area

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

Leigh Academy Oaks is a academy sponsor led primary school in Maidstone, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 225 pupils, and a capacity of 213 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

225

Pupils

213

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

Leigh Academy Oaks Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Leigh Academy Oaks 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: 225 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 213 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 Oaks — School Information

Full address
Oak Tree Avenue, Maidstone, ME15 9AX
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137881

Other Primary Schools in Maidstone

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Academy Oaks

Is Leigh Academy Oaks oversubscribed?

Yes — Leigh Academy Oaks currently has 225 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 213 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Leigh Academy Oaks?

Admission to Leigh Academy Oaks 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 Oaks cover?

Leigh Academy Oaks is a primary school in Maidstone, 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 Oaks?

Leigh Academy Oaks was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.