Leigh Academy Rainham Catchment Area
Leigh Academy Rainham is a free s secondary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 793 pupils, and a capacity of 1150 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–19
Age range
793
Pupils
1,150
Capacity
69%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Leigh Academy Rainham Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Leigh Academy Rainham are allocated by Medway 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.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Medway before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Medway catchment area documents →Leigh Academy Rainham — School Information
- Full address
- Otterham Quay Lane, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 8GS
- Local authority
- Medway
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–19 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 21.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 148577
Other Secondary Schools in Gillingham
If Leigh Academy Rainham is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gillingham are the next closest alternatives.
Gillingham School Catchment Area
Voluntary controlled school · SP8 4QP
Brompton Academy Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · ME7 5HT
Rainham School for Girls Catchment Area
Academy converter · ME8 0BX
Rainham Mark Grammar School Catchment Area
Academy converter · ME8 7AJ
The Robert Napier School Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · ME7 2LX
The Howard School Catchment Area
Academy converter · ME8 0BX
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Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Academy Rainham
Is Leigh Academy Rainham oversubscribed? ▾
Leigh Academy Rainham has a capacity of 1150 places and currently has 793 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Medway.
What is the admissions policy for Leigh Academy Rainham? ▾
Admission to Leigh Academy Rainham is managed by Medway. 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 Rainham cover? ▾
Leigh Academy Rainham is a secondary school in Gillingham, Medway, serving pupils aged 11–19. 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 Rainham? ▾
Leigh Academy Rainham was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.