Cadishead Primary Academy vs Forest Gate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cadishead Primary Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
210 students
Forest Gate Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
215 students
| Measure | Cadishead Primary Academy Manchester, North West | Forest Gate Academy Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1932 of 2,286 | #1915 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #14128 of 15,697 | #14049 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 210 | 215 |
| Pupils on roll | 210 | 215 |
| Free school meals | 39.5% | 58.6% |
| Capacity filled | 50% | 102.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | cadisheadprimary.com/ | forestgateacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (19.0 vs 19.6).
- •Forest Gate Academy is the larger school with 215 students compared with 210.
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 Cadishead Primary Academy better than Forest Gate 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 Cadishead Primary Academy and Forest Gate Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cadishead Primary Academy: 210. Forest Gate Academy: 215. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cadishead Primary Academy and Forest Gate Academy rank in North West?
Cadishead Primary Academy is 1932nd of 2,286 and Forest Gate Academy is 1915th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).