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Leigh UTC Dartford
Dartford·South East·UTC
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Leigh UTC Dartford is a secondary UTC in Dartford, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this UTC and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Leigh UTC Dartford has a Progress 8 score of -0.35 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 40.8, 59% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 689 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 21.6%, 29% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 7.2%.
After leaving Leigh UTC Dartford, student destinations include 36% going on to university and 28% entering apprenticeships.
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Leigh UTC Dartford has a Progress 8 score of -0.35, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 40.8. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
59% of students at Leigh UTC Dartford achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Leigh UTC Dartford achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Leigh UTC Dartford has an overall absence rate of 7.2%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Leigh UTC Dartford is 21.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Leigh UTC Dartford has 689 pupils on roll.
29% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Leigh UTC Dartford, 36% go on to university and 28% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Leigh UTC Dartford was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Leigh UTC Dartford is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Leigh UTC Dartford's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
202/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
61/mo
30% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 14.3 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.9
Bus Stops
15
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Dartford Rail Station
1.4km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
93%
Child is Happy
67%
Child Feels Safe
60%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.