Cherry Willingham Primary Academy vs Washingborough Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
212 students
Washingborough Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
268 students
| Measure | Cherry Willingham Primary Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | Washingborough Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #796 of 1,516 | #977 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #9435 of 15,697 | #10947 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 212 | 268 |
| Pupils on roll | 212 | 268 |
| Free school meals | 21.7% | 19.8% |
| Capacity filled | 67.3% | 85.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.cherryprimary.co.uk | www.washac.org |
The verdict
- •Cherry Willingham Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.3 vs 36.5).
- •Cherry Willingham Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (61% vs 58%).
- •Cherry Willingham Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 3%).
- •Washingborough Academy is the larger school with 268 students compared with 212.
The Success Index (England) 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 Cherry Willingham Primary Academy better than Washingborough Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Cherry Willingham Primary Academy ranks higher (43.3 vs 36.5 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 Cherry Willingham Primary Academy and Washingborough Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy: 212. Washingborough Academy: 268. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cherry Willingham Primary Academy and Washingborough Academy rank in East Midlands?
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy is 796th of 1,516 and Washingborough Academy is 977th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).