SecondaryData as of May 2026

The Eastwood Academy

Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 5UU

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Outstanding

Dec 2018

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

51.5school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

51.5

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

23.5%

Basics 9-5

54.5%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

51.5

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	50.7	46.4
2023/24	52.6	46.4
2024/25	51.5	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	+0.48	0.00
2023/24	+0.44	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

73.9%

EBacc APS

4.68

EBacc 9-5

27.0%

EBacc 9-4

44.6%

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Nearby secondary schools

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0.62 km away · Academy special converter

Good

St Thomas More High School

1.09 km away · Academy converter

Good

Westcliff High School for Girls

1.27 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

1.29 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

Estuary High School

1.87 km away · Other independent special school

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About The Eastwood Academy

The Eastwood Academy is a secondary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2018 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 139 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.5. The school has around 1,143 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 5UU | More schools in Southend-on-Sea

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Eastwood Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
Dec 2018 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Eastwood Academy

What is The Eastwood Academy's Ofsted rating?

The Eastwood Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What do parents say about The Eastwood Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 139 responses): 96% of parents would recommend The Eastwood Academy.

What are The Eastwood Academy's latest exam results?

The Eastwood Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 51.5. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is The Eastwood Academy located?

The Eastwood Academy is a secondary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea (SS9 5UU).

How many pupils attend The Eastwood Academy?

The Eastwood Academy has around 1,143 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Eastwood Academy with other schools?

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