Caldecote Church of England Academy vs Edward Peake CofE VC School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 3.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caldecote Church of England Academy
Biggleswade · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
85 students
Edward Peake CofE VC School
Biggleswade · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
359 students
| Measure | Caldecote Church of England Academy Biggleswade, East of England | Edward Peake CofE VC School Biggleswade, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1598 of 1,872 | #448 of 460 |
| National rank | #13381 of 15,697 | #3894 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 85 | 359 |
| Pupils on roll | 85 | 359 |
| Free school meals | 35.4% | 27.6% |
| Capacity filled | 70.8% | 39.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Biggleswade | Biggleswade |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.caldecoteceacademy.co.uk | www.edwardpeake.beds.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Caldecote Church of England Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (23.9 vs 12.2).
- •Edward Peake CofE VC School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 85.
- •Caldecote Church of England Academy is a academy school while Edward Peake CofE VC School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Caldecote Church of England Academy better than Edward Peake CofE VC School?
On the Success Index (England), Caldecote Church of England Academy ranks higher (23.9 vs 12.2 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 Caldecote Church of England Academy and Edward Peake CofE VC School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Biggleswade and Biggleswade in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Caldecote Church of England Academy: 85. Edward Peake CofE VC School: 359. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Caldecote Church of England Academy and Edward Peake CofE VC School rank in East of England?
Caldecote Church of England Academy is 1598th of 1,872 and Edward Peake CofE VC School is 448th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).