Broadoak School vs Irlam and Cadishead Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 2.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broadoak School
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
507 students
Irlam and Cadishead Academy
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
844 students
| Measure | Broadoak School Manchester, North West | Irlam and Cadishead Academy Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 26 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #386 of 536 | #276 of 536 |
| National rank | #3139 of 4,090 | #2325 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 507 | 844 |
| Pupils on roll | 507 | 844 |
| Free school meals | 56% | 39.1% |
| Capacity filled | 64% | 80.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.4 | 43.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.3% | 46.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 48.7% | 62.6% |
| EBacc average points | 3.96 | 3.90 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | broadoakschool.co.uk/ | www.irlamandcadishead.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Irlam and Cadishead Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.7 vs 26.2).
- •Irlam and Cadishead Academy is the larger school with 844 students compared with 507.
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 Broadoak School better than Irlam and Cadishead Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Irlam and Cadishead Academy ranks higher (42.7 vs 26.2 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 Broadoak School and Irlam and Cadishead Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Broadoak School: 507. Irlam and Cadishead Academy: 844. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Broadoak School and Irlam and Cadishead Academy rank in North West?
Broadoak School is 386th of 536 and Irlam and Cadishead Academy is 276th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).