The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 45.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
45.4
1.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
45%
3.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
83%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
85%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 232 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 100 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,381
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 21.2%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Michael Gore (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Common Lane, Wilmington, Kent, DA2 7DR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWilmington Grammar School for Boys
Secondary · Very close
Wilmington Primary School
Primary · Very close
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls
Secondary · 314m away
Joydens Wood Infant School
Primary · 1.1km away
Joydens Wood Junior School
Primary · 1.2km away
Maypole Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Oakfield Primary Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
Furness School
Special school · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Leigh Academy Wilmington a selective school?
No. Leigh Academy Wilmington is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Leigh Academy Wilmington's Ofsted rating?
Leigh Academy Wilmington was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Leigh Academy Wilmington?
Leigh Academy Wilmington currently has 1,381 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Leigh Academy Wilmington take?
Leigh Academy Wilmington caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Leigh Academy Wilmington?
Leigh Academy Wilmington is in Wilmington, DA2 7DR, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Leigh Academy Wilmington have a sixth form?
Yes, Leigh Academy Wilmington has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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