Leigh Academy Mascalls
Tonbridge, TN12 6LT · Kent · secondary school
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68th of 99 secondary schools in Kent we can score, 103 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 877 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 21 | 35% | 0.74 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 34.9 · 24 | 30% | 0.72 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.17 · 37 | 25% | 0.93 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 41.9 · 28 | 10% | 0.28 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Leigh Academy Mascalls overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 34.9% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 40.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 in 2023/24 was -0.17, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.0 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in April 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,227 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,450. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to close the gap between their current attainment and the national median? What specific steps are taken to improve progress scores for students with similar backgrounds? How does the new Ofsted framework influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Leigh Academy Mascalls
Overview
Leigh Academy Mascalls is described as a "welcoming and friendly school" where pupils feel a strong "sense of belonging and pride." Leaders demonstrate "integrity and a strong sense of moral purpose," having successfully integrated a large group of pupils from a closed local school while maintaining high standards for existing students. The report highlights "rapid progress" in attendance and behaviour, with the school meeting safeguarding standards and delivering a "strong standard" in leadership, personal development, and post-16 provision.
Strengths
- Leadership and governance are rated at a "strong standard," with leaders showing "determination, compassion and ambition" in supporting vulnerable pupils.
- Personal development is a "particular strength," featuring a deliberate PSHE curriculum that ensures pupils build "secure understanding" of safety and citizenship.
- The sixth form provides a "strong standard" of education, with students achieving well on applied courses and progressing to "exciting and competitive destinations."
- Staff create a "calm and productive environment" through clear behaviour expectations, resulting in rare bullying and reduced suspension rates.
- Inclusion is effective, with leaders quickly identifying needs and providing "thoughtful and evidence-based" adaptations for pupils with barriers to learning.
Areas to improve
- Teachers should use assessment information more precisely to identify and address gaps, errors, and misconceptions in pupils' knowledge.
- Leaders should continue to raise achievement so pupils acquire the "detailed and ambitious knowledge" required for future success.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 41.5 |
| 2024/25 | 40.4 |
| 2025/26 | 41.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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