University Academy Holbeach vs Whaplode Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 3.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
University Academy Holbeach
Spalding · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,378 students
Whaplode Church of England Primary School
Spalding · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
186 students
| Measure | University Academy Holbeach Spalding, East Midlands | Whaplode Church of England Primary School Spalding, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #260 of 329 | #1266 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3191 of 4,090 | #13377 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,378 | 186 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,378 | 186 |
| Free school meals | 35.3% | 36.6% |
| Capacity filled | 98.4% | 88.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 52.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.40 | – |
| A level points per entry | 24.8 | – |
| town | Spalding | Spalding |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.universityacademyholbeach.org/ | www.whaplodeprimary.com |
The verdict
- •University Academy Holbeach scores higher on the Success Index (England) (25.0 vs 24.0).
- •University Academy Holbeach is the larger school with 1,378 students compared with 186.
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 University Academy Holbeach better than Whaplode Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), University Academy Holbeach ranks higher (25.0 vs 24.0 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 University Academy Holbeach and Whaplode Church of England Primary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Spalding and Spalding in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
University Academy Holbeach: 1,378. Whaplode Church of England Primary School: 186. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do University Academy Holbeach and Whaplode Church of England Primary School rank in East Midlands?
University Academy Holbeach is 260th of 329 and Whaplode Church of England Primary School is 1266th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).