Harwood Park Primary School vs Oakfield Community Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 44 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harwood Park Primary School
Heywood · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
291 students
Oakfield Community Primary School
Widnes · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
291 students
| Measure | Harwood Park Primary School Heywood, North West | Oakfield Community Primary School Widnes, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1985 of 2,286 | #2037 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #14328 of 15,697 | #14569 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 291 | 291 |
| Pupils on roll | 291 | 291 |
| Free school meals | 45.7% | 45.6% |
| Capacity filled | 88.2% | 88.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 49% | 33% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 5% |
| 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 | Heywood | Widnes |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.harwoodpark.rochdale.sch.uk/ | www.oakfieldwidnes.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Harwood Park Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (17.7 vs 16.0).
- •Harwood Park Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (49% vs 33%).
- •Oakfield Community Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 2%).
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 Harwood Park Primary School better than Oakfield Community Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harwood Park Primary School ranks higher (17.7 vs 16.0 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 Harwood Park Primary School and Oakfield Community Primary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Heywood and Widnes in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harwood Park Primary School: 291. Oakfield Community Primary School: 291. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harwood Park Primary School and Oakfield Community Primary School rank in North West?
Harwood Park Primary School is 1985th of 2,286 and Oakfield Community Primary School is 2037th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).