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Leighton Academy

Minshull New Road, Crewe, CW1 3PP

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Pupils

457

Ages

2-11

FSM

20.3%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

70.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Leighton Academy

Leighton Academy is a primary school in Crewe, Cheshire East. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 457 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Minshull New Road, Crewe, CW1 3PP | More schools in Cheshire East

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2023 — Good
May 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Mar 2020 — Requires improvement
Sept 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Leighton Academy

What is Leighton Academy's Ofsted rating?

Leighton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Leighton Academy's latest exam results?

Leighton Academy: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Leighton Academy located?

Leighton Academy is a primary school in Crewe, Cheshire East (CW1 3PP).

How many pupils attend Leighton Academy?

Leighton Academy has around 457 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Leighton Academy with other schools?

View Leighton Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cheshire East.