Gorefield Primary Academy vs Orchards Church of England Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 4.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gorefield Primary Academy
Wisbech · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
95 students
Orchards Church of England Academy
Wisbech · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
384 students
| Measure | Gorefield Primary Academy Wisbech, East of England | Orchards Church of England Academy Wisbech, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1802 of 1,872 | #1803 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #14917 of 15,697 | #14919 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 95 | 384 |
| Pupils on roll | 95 | 384 |
| Free school meals | 24.2% | 51% |
| Capacity filled | 90.5% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 29% | 49% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 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 | Wisbech | Wisbech |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.gorefieldprimary.co.uk | orc.graceschools.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (13.1 vs 13.1).
- •Orchards Church of England Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (49% vs 29%).
- •Orchards Church of England Academy is the larger school with 384 students compared with 95.
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 Gorefield Primary Academy better than Orchards Church of England Academy?
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 Gorefield Primary Academy and Orchards Church of England Academy?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Wisbech and Wisbech in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gorefield Primary Academy: 95. Orchards Church of England Academy: 384. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gorefield Primary Academy and Orchards Church of England Academy rank in East of England?
Gorefield Primary Academy is 1802nd of 1,872 and Orchards Church of England Academy is 1803rd of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).