Heddon Bush School vs Takitimu Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two full primary schools in Southland, New Zealand, 15 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heddon Bush School
Winton ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
70 students
Takitimu Primary School
Nightcaps ยท State full primary ยท Years 1โ8
100 students
| Measure | Heddon Bush School Winton, Southland | Takitimu Primary School Nightcaps, Southland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 55 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #23 of 48 | #33 of 48 |
| National rank | #752 of 1,559 | #1034 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Full Primary | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ8 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 70 | 100 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 439 | 467 |
| Total roll | 70 | 100 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 37.3% | 40.8% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | โ | โ |
| Mฤori students | 10% | 33% |
| Pacific students | 5.7% | 5% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Winton | Nightcaps |
| region | Southland | Southland |
| Website | www.heddonbush.school.nz/ | www.takitimu.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขHeddon Bush School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (54.9 vs 43.4).
- โขHeddon Bush School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (439 vs 467).
- โขTakitimu Primary School does better on roll size (100 vs 70).
- โขTakitimu Primary School does better on roll growth (5 years) (40.8% vs 37.3%).
- โขTakitimu Primary School is the larger school with 100 students compared with 70.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heddon Bush School better than Takitimu Primary School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Heddon Bush School ranks higher (54.9 vs 43.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Heddon Bush School and Takitimu Primary School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Winton and Nightcaps in Southland.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Heddon Bush School: 439. Takitimu Primary School: 467. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Heddon Bush School and Takitimu Primary School rank in Southland?
Heddon Bush School is 23rd of 48 and Takitimu Primary School is 33rd of 48 among full primary schools in Southland on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).