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Leigh Beck Junior School Catchment Area

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

Leigh Beck Junior School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Canvey Island, Essex , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 325 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

325

Pupils

360

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Leigh Beck Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Leigh Beck Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 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 Essex 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 Beck Junior School — School Information

Full address
Point Road, Canvey Island, SS8 7TD
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
29.2% of pupils
DfE URN
144350

Other Primary Schools in Canvey Island

If Leigh Beck Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Canvey Island are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh Beck Junior School

Is Leigh Beck Junior School oversubscribed?

Leigh Beck Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 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 Beck Junior School?

Admission to Leigh Beck Junior School is managed by Essex. 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 Beck Junior School cover?

Leigh Beck Junior School is a primary school in Canvey Island, Essex, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Leigh Beck Junior School?

Leigh Beck Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.