Beaver Road Primary School vs Didsbury CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 285 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beaver Road Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
1,084 students
Didsbury CofE Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
222 students
| Measure | Beaver Road Primary School Manchester, North West | Didsbury CofE Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #281 of 2,286 | #217 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #2309 of 15,697 | #1627 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,084 | 222 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,084 | 222 |
| Free school meals | 15.3% | 8.4% |
| Capacity filled | 103.2% | 94.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 20% | 13% |
| 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.beaverroad.org.uk | www.thrive-dce.com |
The verdict
- •Didsbury CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.5 vs 78.9).
- •Didsbury CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (79% vs 75%).
- •Beaver Road Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (20% vs 13%).
- •Beaver Road Primary School is the larger school with 1,084 students compared with 222.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Beaver Road Primary School better than Didsbury CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Didsbury CofE Primary School ranks higher (83.5 vs 78.9 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 Beaver Road Primary School and Didsbury CofE Primary School?
About 285 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beaver Road Primary School: 1,084. Didsbury CofE Primary School: 222. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beaver Road Primary School and Didsbury CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Beaver Road Primary School is 281st of 2,286 and Didsbury CofE Primary School is 217th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).