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West Leigh Infant School Catchment Area

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

West Leigh Infant School is a community primary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 358 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

358

Pupils

360

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

West Leigh Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for West Leigh Infant School is set by Southend-on-Sea and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Southend-on-Sea before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Southend-on-Sea catchment area documents →

West Leigh Infant School — School Information

Full address
Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2JB
Local authority
Southend-on-Sea
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
3.6% of pupils
DfE URN
114780

Other Primary Schools in Leigh-on-Sea

If West Leigh Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leigh-on-Sea are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — West Leigh Infant School

Is West Leigh Infant School oversubscribed?

West Leigh Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for West Leigh Infant School?

Admission to West Leigh Infant School is managed by Southend-on-Sea. 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 West Leigh Infant School cover?

West Leigh Infant School is a primary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for West Leigh Infant School?

West Leigh Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.