Gilbert Inglefield Academy vs Vandyke Upper School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 194 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilbert Inglefield Academy
Leighton Buzzard · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
Vandyke Upper School
Leighton Buzzard · Academy secondary · Ages 13–18
1,517 students
| Measure | Gilbert Inglefield Academy Leighton Buzzard, East of England | Vandyke Upper School Leighton Buzzard, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #151 of 460 |
| National rank | – | #1178 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 13–18 |
| Students | – | 1,517 |
| Pupils on roll | – | 1,517 |
| Free school meals | – | 16.6% |
| Capacity filled | – | 105.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 48.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 48% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 71% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.16 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.0 |
| town | Leighton Buzzard | Leighton Buzzard |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.gilbertinglefield.com | www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
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 Gilbert Inglefield Academy better than Vandyke Upper School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gilbert Inglefield Academy and Vandyke Upper School?
About 194 m in a straight line, between Leighton Buzzard and Leighton Buzzard in East of England.
How do Gilbert Inglefield Academy and Vandyke Upper School rank in East of England?
Gilbert Inglefield Academy is unranked and Vandyke Upper School is 151st of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).