The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2021).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 84% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021
- The school is at capacity (103% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
84%
+22.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
22%
+14.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+4.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 6 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
5% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 22 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 38 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 528
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 6.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Southend-on-Sea
- Trust
- PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Mark Aggus (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Ronald Hill Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2JB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWest Leigh Infant School
Primary · Very close
Belfairs Academy
Secondary · 594m away
Leigh North Street Primary School
Primary · 788m away
Darlinghurst Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Darlinghurst Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 1.2km away
Blenheim Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Westcliff High School for Girls
Secondary · 1.5km away
Fairways Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
What is West Leigh Junior School's Ofsted rating?
West Leigh Junior School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2021. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend West Leigh Junior School?
West Leigh Junior School currently has 528 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does West Leigh Junior School take?
West Leigh Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is West Leigh Junior School?
West Leigh Junior School is in Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2JB, in the Southend-on-Sea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does West Leigh Junior School have a sixth form?
No, West Leigh Junior School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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