The Bridge Academy vs Waterside Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 439 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Bridge Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,070 students
Waterside Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
351 students
| Measure | The Bridge Academy London, London | Waterside Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #255 of 640 | #465 of 640 |
| National rank | #1215 of 4,090 | #2646 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,070 | 351 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,070 | 351 |
| Free school meals | 61.1% | 65.7% |
| Capacity filled | 93% | 70.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 56.9 | 44.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 62.4% | 41% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.8% | 61.5% |
| EBacc average points | 5.25 | 4.10 |
| A level points per entry | 36.1 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk/ | www.watersidecst.org |
The verdict
- •The Bridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.7 vs 36.2).
- •The Bridge Academy is the larger school with 1,070 students compared with 351.
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 The Bridge Academy better than Waterside Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Bridge Academy ranks higher (65.7 vs 36.2 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 The Bridge Academy and Waterside Academy?
About 439 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Bridge Academy: 1,070. Waterside Academy: 351. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Bridge Academy and Waterside Academy rank in London?
The Bridge Academy is 255th of 640 and Waterside Academy is 465th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).