Leigh Academy Oaks

11/09/2026

We are proud to share that Leigh Academies Trust leads academy trusts nationally under Ofsted’s new inspection framework!

Leigh Academies Trust (LAT) ranks first among the twenty- two academy trusts who have been inspected four or more times under Ofsted’s new approach, with 77.6% of its judgements graded Strong or above against a national rate of 25.8%. The Trust has also been awarded 19 Exceptional grades, more than any other trust in the country.

Ofsted inspected seven LAT academies between November 2025 and July 2026, the first full year of the inspectorate’s new approach. Those inspections produced 49 separate judgements: 19 graded Exceptional, 19 Strong and 11 Expected. Not one fell below the Expected standard, which Ofsted itself defines as a “high bar”.

Simon Beamish, Chief Executive of Leigh Academies Trust, said:
“Seven inspections in a single year with not one grade below the Expected standard out of 49 tells you something about the consistency our academies have built”.

Please follow the link to read more:
https://www.leighacademyoaks.org.uk/leigh-academies-trust-leads-academy-trusts-nationally-under-ofsteds-new-grading-system/

16/07/2026

Sensational primary results- Key Stage 2 results, 2026 (provisional)

On 16 July, Leigh Academies Trust (LAT) received their Key Stage 2 results for 2026 across fifteen primary academies. 85% of LAT pupils achieved the combined expected standard compared to the national average of 63%. All academies were well above the national average, which is a remarkable achievement.

The top performing academies in relation to the combined national standard for Key Stage 2 were:

Leigh Academy Dartford – 96%
Leigh Academy Oaks – 92%
Leigh Stationers’ Primary Academy – 90%
Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard - 90%
Leigh Academy Hartley - 90%
Leigh Academy Paddock Wood - 89%

It is clear that pupils continue to get off to a flying start in LAT primary academies and their results are testament to the exceptional work of our dedicated staff. It is no surprise that 75% of LAT primary academies were judged “Outstanding” by Ofsted under the old inspection framework and that Ofsted has awarded multiple “Exceptional” grades in the Trust’s two primary inspections since November 2025 under the new framework. This is far in excess of the proportion of primaries nationally to achieve such accolades.

To read the full article please visit: https://leighacademiestrust.org.uk/2026/07/sensational-primary-results/

23/06/2026

This is for pupils who achieve 96% and above in the FINAL THREE WEEKS OF TERM!

It is only including these 3 weeks..... will it be everyone?!

16/06/2026

For families who drive:
Please be courteous of our academy neighbours, follow the rules of the road and do not park in front of people's driveways.
Thank you

12/06/2026

05/06/2026

Please see our latest bulletin here:
https://sites.google.com/oaks.latrust.org.uk/bulletin2025-2026-issue17/home
Have a lovely weekend.

Leigh Academy Oaks- Principal's Bulletin 5th May 2026 Dear Parents & Carers, What a wonderful week we have had at Oaks! There have been many examples of outstanding learning,effort and enthusiasm this week. Our pupils have returned exceptionally well after the half term break and are definitely

03/06/2026

Please send your child to the academy with a raincoat tomorrow!
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22/05/2026

Read our latest bulletin here:
https://sites.google.com/oaks.latrust.org.uk/2025-2026bulletin-issue17/home

Have a lovely break and see you all on Monday 1st June.

Leigh Academy Oaks- Principal's Bulletin 22nd May 2026 Dear Parents & Carers, As another module comes to an end, there are definitely many elements to celebrate. Most prominently the publication of our Ofsted Report! Be sure to check out the pictures in this bulletin of our new banners and our

22/05/2026

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Children MUST bring a water bottle to school.

Please apply suncream to your child before school and/or send them to school with labelled cream they can apply themselves as needed.

If your child has a sun hat, please label it and send this in also.

Thank you
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15/05/2026

At Leigh Academy Oaks, we believe every child deserves the chance to shine. Ofsted noted that our leaders are "highly effective" in dismantling barriers to learning, ensuring that disadvantage never stands in the way of success. Whether through tailored support or high-quality training, we are dedicated to making a "profound difference" in the lives of our pupils.