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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
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.

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

The Essentials

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy has 209 pupils, typical class sizes of 30.

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.
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.

(End of fee overview.)
Academics

Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy teaches IB (PYP), British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

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.
Wellbeing

Mental Wellbeing
Good attendance is vital because it improves children's mental health and wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school has a responsibility to safeguard pupils from harm and to take reasonable steps to check the destinations of leavers. If a child leaves before the end of Year 6 without information, the Local Authority has a legal duty to investigate missing children. Holidays during term time are discouraged and leave is only allowed in exceptional circumstances with a letter to the Principal. Religious observance absences are authorised. Medical, dental or hospital appointments should be arranged out of school time when possible.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1935 as Eastcote County Primary School. Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is now part of Leigh Academies Trust. The school celebrated its 90th anniversary on May 2, 2025, marking nine decades of education. The anniversary events included a 1930s themed day, an exhibition in the library with archives and headteacher logs, and displays about the school's history. Children received a special souvenir coin funded by the Parents Association during the celebration.

Community
The school places emphasis on working with parents and the wider community to support and inspire learners. As an IB World School, it promotes the IB Learner Profile attributes and aims to develop internationally minded citizens. The school's ethos emphasizes a nurturing environment and active partnership with families and the local community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is a Parents Association for Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy. The association sponsored a souvenir coin for the school's 90th anniversary.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is a one-form entry school with a family atmosphere, and the building provides a wonderful learning and working environment for children and staff.

Academic Facilities
The school is an IB World School and offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra Curricular Activities & Clubs are part of the Co-Curriculum & Personal Development
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the PYP Curriculum Framework. The curriculum is creative and engaging and aims to develop independent inquirers. Maths AI and Computing Club runs on Fridays 3.15-4.30pm for Year 6, run by J Quddus, with bookings via the school office.

Arts & Creative
Drama Club runs on Mondays (3.15-4.15pm) for R–Yr6 and on Tuesdays (3.15-4.15pm) for R–Yr2, run by Centre Stage Theatre Academy. Choir runs on Tuesdays (3.15-4.15pm) for Yr4–Yr6. Dance Club runs on Wednesdays (3.15-4.15pm) for R–Yr6, run by Centre Stage Theatre Academy.

Social & Hobbies
Sports Club runs on Tuesdays 3.15-4.15pm for KS1, £30 per half-term, booked via the school office. Gymnastics runs on Wednesdays 8-8.45am, run by Twisters, with a booking email. Football Coaching runs on Thursdays 3.15-4.15pm, £1 per week, run by Mr Brake and Mrs Martin.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Gymnastics runs on Wednesdays 8-8.45am. Football Coaching runs on Thursdays 3.15-4.15pm. Sports Club runs on Tuesdays 3.15-4.15pm. These activities promote physical activity and teamwork.
Languages

Language Provision
The Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy uses the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, as indicated by the PYP Curriculum Framework reference and IB World School logos on the site.
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