Leigh Academy Longfield

Leigh Academy Longfield (formerly Longfield Academy) sixth form has been recognised by Ofsted to be ‘Outstanding’ on two consecutive inspections (June 2018 and September 2023). 

The academy boasts an exceptional sixth form where students are allowed to thrive through our wide range of academic and vocational courses; including new T-Level options. Students also enjoy a wide range of enrichment opportunities in an inclusive, supportive environment that helps to prepare them for their next steps.

"Students in the sixth form receive an exceptionally strong education. They are very well prepared for their next steps. Students enjoy a broad, well-considered enrichment programme and are very positive about their experience here." (Ofsted 2023)

Our recent Ofsted report recognises that leaders of the academy are highly ambitious for all of the students but also that they do not limit that ambition to the outcomes of public examinations: preparing our students for life is equally important to everyone at the academy.

Applications Open: Applications are now open!

How to Apply: We don't accept application on KentChoices - Please apply via Admissions+ using the link below:

https://leighacademylongfield.org.uk/post16/applying-for-post-16/

“Everyone has a nice group of friends around them” Harley: Longfield 6th Former

The Sixth Form has six dedicated tutor groups, and students have timetabled periods with their form groups twice per day. There is a weekly tutor programme, including a wide range of PSHE themes, with a number of visiting speakers.

Our personal developement programme has been designed to prepare students to function successfully in a democratic society.

SMSC: This is the students PSHE/RSE/SMSC/RE curriculum. This covers topics such as social media and the law; sexual health and healthy living and democracy

Community Tuesdays: Students help the community by being a student mentor, reading buddy or running an enrichment activity. These opportunities have been presented to students and students are in the process of selecting their options.

Privileges and Pastoral Care: Students receive rewards for good conduct and/or receive extra pastoral support if needed.

Super Curriculum Thursday: Top universities are interested in students who explore their studies beyond their curriculum. Super curriculum Thursdays, allows students to deepen their knowledge about subjects they are passionate about through TED talks/ Newspaper articles/ Online courses such as Mooks etc. This prepares students university and wider world

Assembly: Key messages and inspirational talks.

"The school offers a broad and rich personal development programme. It provides pupils with strong pastoral support, including support for pupils’ mental health." (Ofsted 2023)

As part of our personal development programme, students enjoy a plethora of enrichment opportunities at various points during the year. This includes a wide range of trips and visits, including the opportunity to attend residential trips when these arise. These have included:

• The Duke of Edinburgh Award
• Drama and musical productions
• Trips and visits related to the curriculum (e.g. film studies trip to Harry Potter Studios)
• University taster days & UCAS experiences
• Team building days (e.g. to local escape rooms)
• Mentoring programmes
• Volunteering opportunities

"The school offers extracurricular clubs which develop pupils’ talents and interests well…. Sixth-form students are exceptionally mature, acting as role models for younger pupils." (Ofsted 2023)

Our key strength however is the students themselves. When students join Longfield, they feel that they become part of a tight knit community, they make a diversity of friends and trust their teachers to help them succeed. The kindness and diligence of our students motivates us to work our hardest. Together, we drive each other to succeed.

• By Car – The academy has ample parking on site, including disabled parking facilities. We are located a 7 minute drive from the A2, and a 10 minute drive from Bluewater shopping centre.
• By Bus – The academy has a number of public transport options. This includes school buses that go towards Gravesend and Dartford, but also public services to the local area. Post-16 students could apply for a KCC 16+ Travel Saver to help with costs.
• By Train – We are a 12 minute walk from the Longfield train station, which offers regular service to and from London via Swanley, or Kent via Meopham.

We encourage early applications.

For admission enquiries telephone 01474 700700 or email post16@longfield.latrust.org.uk

As part of our application process, all applicants will be invited to attend an interview where a member of the Post 16 team we will discuss your strengths and help you to make the right choices. Should you have any questions, or require any support at all, please get in touch.

We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant community!