Leigh Academy Dartford named as one of the best primary schools in the country

Leigh Academy Dartford has been named as one of the best schools in the UK.

The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026 has named the academy eighth in the list of the best south east primary schools and 48th in the whole of the UK.

Speaking to KentOnline, Principal Rebecca Roberts said: “Leigh Academy Dartford is an exceptional, vibrant community where children thrive.”

Chief Executive, Simon Beamish, added: “The academy has built a rich learning culture shaped by the IB curriculum, which is a core feature across our trust. This approach gives pupils depth, curiosity and confidence.”

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