Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy

United Kingdom, London

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The school at a glance

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 11 years

Pupil numbers 209

Type Co-educational

Opened 1935

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), British Curriculum

Taught languages Spanish

Typical class size 30

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Primary School

Introduction

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is a single-form entry primary school in Welling, southeast London, serving children aged 3 to 11. The school currently follows a British curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), and is a Candidate School for the PYP. This means learning is inquiry-based, cross-curricular and underpinned by concept-driven units, with assessment used to guide teaching. The PYP is designed to complement the National Curriculum and adapt to its demands, helping pupils become confident, reflective inquirers. The academy is part of Leigh Academies Trust and has a long history dating back to 1935 as Eastcote County Primary School; the 90th anniversary was celebrated in 2025 with events, a library exhibition, and a commemorative coin for pupils. Leigh Stationers' is a one-form entry school with a family atmosphere and a positive learning environment for staff and children. A programme of arts, sport and clubs supports personal development.

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Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy, Eastcote Road, Welling, DA16 2ST

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The Essentials

Location

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is located at Eastcote Road, Welling, DA16 2ST. It offers Nursery, Reception, and Years 1–6. The academy day runs 8:45am–3:15pm for Reception and Years 1–6, and 8:45am–11:45am for Nursery. Gates open at 3:15pm and the school operates 32.5 hours per week.

Stages

Nursery; Reception; Years 1–6

School day structure

Nursery 8:45am–11:45am; Reception 8:45am–3:15pm; Years 1–6 8:45am–3:15pm. Gates open at 3:15pm; Years 5–6 may walk home with written permission.

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Fees

Application fees

- There are no application fees to apply for a place at Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy. Applications for nursery and reception places are managed through the local authority co‑ordinated admissions process.

Tuition fees by year group (2026/27 academic year)

- Reception to Year 6: GBP 0 per term / GBP 0 per year. Education for Reception–Year 6 is provided as state-funded academy provision and there are no tuition charges for education provided during academy hours.

- Nursery (LSPA Nursery): Nursery sessions operate mornings only, 08:45–11:45, five days a week (15 hours per week). These morning nursery sessions are provided through the Academy's nursery provision (morning sessions) and are not charged as school tuition. Parents apply for nursery places via the published nursery admissions arrangements.

Per-term / per-year summary

- Reception–Year 6 tuition: GBP 0 per term; GBP 0 per academic year.
- Nursery (morning sessions, five days): GBP 0 per week / term / year for the standard morning provision (15 hours per week).

Wrap‑around care and other childcare fees

- Breakfast club (Cherry Kids Club, on-site): GBP 6.60 per session (07:30–08:45).
- After-school club (Cherry Kids Club, on-site): GBP 13.20 per session (15:25–18:00).
- Holiday club places are available via the same external provider; contact details are provided for booking. All wrap‑around places must be booked in advance.

School meals and catering charges

- School meals are provided on site by the academy's meal provider (Cucina Restaurants Ltd). Meals are booked and paid for via the ParentPay system; parents are asked to book lunches in advance by the deadlines published by the academy. The academy does not publish a universal meal price on its public parent pages; eligibility for free school meals is governed by standard national criteria.

Boarding fees

- Not applicable. Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is a day primary academy (ages 3–11) with no boarding provision.

Other costs and optional charges

- Voluntary contributions: The academy may invite voluntary contributions for activities, trips or resources; contributions are voluntary but insufficient contributions may lead to cancellation of an activity. Parents will not be treated differently if they do not contribute.

- Trips, residentials and optional extras: Charges may apply for optional extras such as trips outside academy hours, residential visits (board and lodging), certain extracurricular activities and optional music tuition. Parents will be asked to agree to and meet these costs when an optional extra is offered. Remissions (exemptions) are available in specified circumstances for parents in receipt of qualifying benefits.

- Damage or negligence: The academy may seek payment to repair or replace academy property intentionally damaged or negligently broken by a pupil.

- Uniform: Branded uniform items (sweatshirts, cardigans, PE kit and related items) are available through the academy's recommended supplier (Caseys School Wear). A second‑hand/pre‑loved uniform option is available via the school association's Cress service. The academy publishes uniform requirements but does not set fixed uniform prices on its pages. Parents are advised that high‑street retailers are acceptable for basic items where noted. PALS runs regular second‑hand uniform sales.

Refunds, remissions and hardship

- Remissions and exemptions: Where parents receive qualifying state benefits, the academy will remit (exempt) the cost of board and lodging for residential activities that take place during academy hours; a full list of qualifying benefits is set out in the trust charging and remissions policy. The academy may also remit charges in full or in part for other families in hardship at the Principal's discretion; applications for remission should be made in writing.

- Cancellations and voluntary contributions: If voluntary contributions do not meet the cost of an optional activity and no alternative funding is available, the academy reserves the right to cancel the activity. The trust charging policy describes remissions and cancellation consequences; specific refund arrangements for particular activities will be set out at the time an activity is offered and charged.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Lunches: Book and pay in advance through ParentPay; the academy issues deadlines for lunch bookings (ParentPay booking reminders appear in parent newsletters).

- Wrap‑around care: Sessions are charged per session (Breakfast GBP 6.60; After‑School GBP 13.20) and all places must be booked in advance with the provider (Cherry Kids Club). Contact details and booking instructions are provided for parents.

- Trips/optional extras: Parents will be informed of the cost and payment timetable when an activity is offered; parental agreement is required before provision of any charged optional extra. The trust charging policy sets the framework for these charges and remissions.

Fee payment options

- ParentPay is used for booking and paying for school meals and is referenced in the academy's parent communications.

- Wrap‑around care bookings and payment arrangements are handled by the external provider Cherry Kids Club (contact phone and email are published for bookings). Branded uniform purchases are handled through the named uniform supplier (Caseys) and the pre‑loved Cress service. Payment methods for specific items or services (credit card, bank transfer, online card payments) are determined by the service provider and are specified at the point of booking or purchase.

Contacts for feeable services

- Wrap‑around bookings (Cherry Kids Club): Janet Dellavalle, 0208 303 7344, janet@cherrytreenursery.com. Holiday club enquiries: Karen Wells, 0208 298 0347, karen@cherrytreenursery.com. All wrap‑around places must be booked in advance.

- General academy enquiries (for admissions, payments guidance and charging queries): info@stationersprimary.latrust.org.uk / 020 8856 1346.

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Academics

Curriculum

The school has the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is a Candidate School for this programme. The PYP is a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based framework that integrates learning across subjects and develops the whole child as an inquirer. Content is chosen by the academy but delivered within a concept-driven curriculum to bring coherence across subjects, and assessment drives learning and teaching positively. The PYP is designed to complement the National Curriculum and is adaptable to its demands.

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FAQs

Where is Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy located?

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is on Eastcote Road in Welling, DA16 2ST, United Kingdom.

What age range does the school serve?

The academy caters for Nursery through Year 6, serving children roughly from ages 3 to 11.

What curriculum does Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy follow?

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is a Candidate School, designed to complement the National Curriculum with a concept-driven, inquiry-based approach.

Are there tuition fees for Reception to Year 6?

No. Education for Reception–Year 6 is provided as state-funded provision with no tuition charges during academy hours.

How are nursery and early years admissions managed?

Nursery and Reception places are managed through the local authority's coordinated admissions process.

What wrap-around care is available and what are the costs?

There is on-site Cherry Kids Club offering breakfast sessions (07:30–08:45) at 6.60 per session and after-school sessions (15:25–18:00) at 13.20 per session; holiday club is also available via the same provider and must be booked in advance.

Is Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy an IB World School?

Yes. It is an IB World School and a Candidate School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

How does the PYP influence learning at the academy?

The PYP is transdisciplinary, inquiry-based learning where assessment drives teaching, and it is designed to complement the National Curriculum.

How is learning assessed under the PYP at this academy?

Assessments in the PYP framework drive learning and teaching, supporting a coherent, inquiry-led approach across subjects.

What kind of campus and environment does the school have?

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is a one-form entry school with a family atmosphere and a learning-focused environment.

Are there spaces or provisions for arts and clubs?

Yes. The school offers arts-related activities and co-curricular clubs such as Drama, Choir and Dance as part of its provision.

What sports or physical activity programs exist?

There are sports-focused clubs, including Sports Club, Gymnastics, and Football Coaching, scheduled after school.

What extracurricular clubs are available and when do they run?

Clubs include Maths AI and Computing (Fridays 3:15–4:30 for Year 6), Drama (Mondays 3:15–4:15 for all, with additional sessions for younger years), Choir (Tuesdays 3:15–4:15 for Years 4–6) and Dance (Wednesdays 3:15–4:15 for all years).

Who runs the clubs and how do students book?

Clubs are run by teachers or external providers; bookings are coordinated through the school office or the provider's contact details.

Are there other wellbeing or sports clubs available?

Yes, additional clubs include Sports Club (Tuesdays 3:15–4:15, KS1), Gymnastics (Wednesdays 8:00–8:45) and Football Coaching (Thursdays 3:15–4:15).

How does the school safeguard pupils and support wellbeing?

The school has safeguarding responsibilities, including procedures for leavers and ensuring pupil safety; attendance and wellbeing are prioritized as part of a safeguarding framework.

What is the policy on term-time holidays and absences?

Holidays during term time are discouraged; leave is only allowed in exceptional circumstances with a letter to the Principal, and religious observance absences are authorised; medical appointments should be arranged outside school time where possible.

Is attendance linked to mental wellbeing at the school?

Yes, good attendance is considered vital for supporting children's mental health and overall wellbeing.

Is there a school uniform and where can it be obtained?

There is a branded uniform with items available from Casey's; second-hand options exist via the Cress service, and basic items can be bought from high-street retailers.

Are meals provided on site and how are they paid for?

School meals are provided on site by Cucina Restaurants Ltd and are booked and paid for in advance via ParentPay.

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