Leigh North Street Primary School
Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1QE · Southend-on-Sea · primary school
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21st of 27 primary schools in Southend-on-Sea we can score, 33 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 4,205 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 57.0 · 32 | 41% | 1.31 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 26% | 1.02 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Leigh North Street Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance Club and participate in football, netball, speed stacks, cross country, aquathlon, boccia, kurling, and athletics.
Getting in
The published school roll is 612 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Leigh North Street Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “happy and hard-working” within a school where relationships are “friendly and respectful.” Leaders have established a curriculum based on ‘aspire’ values, resulting in high aspirations and consistent behaviour. The report highlights that pupils benefit from an “ambitious curriculum” and enjoy memorable experiences, such as swimming lessons and cultural re-enactments.
Strengths
- Reading is a high priority, with most pupils becoming “confident and fluent readers” through effective early teaching and matched books.
- The mathematics curriculum is a “strength of the school,” with knowledge presented logically to help pupils become “confident mathematicians.”
- Behaviour is excellent, with bullying incidents being “incredibly rare” and pupils demonstrating a clear understanding of British values.
- Staff are well-supported regarding workload, and governors provide “appropriate challenge for leaders.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive tailored support, including small-group work and accurately matched tasks.
Areas to improve
- Assessment procedures in some foundation subjects, such as science and PE, are “not fully developed,” meaning gaps in knowledge are not consistently identified.
- The early years curriculum is “very new” and still being refined; leaders must ensure it aligns with the wider curriculum map to better prepare children for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff receiving regular training and leaders keeping detailed records to support pupils and families in need.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 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
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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