Sandbach Primary Academy vs The Lodge AP
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 217 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sandbach Primary Academy
Sandbach · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
149 students
The Lodge AP
Sandbach · Independent secondary · Ages 13–18
16 students
| Measure | Sandbach Primary Academy Sandbach, North West | The Lodge AP Sandbach, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 46 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1119 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #8888 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 13–18 |
| Students | 149 | 16 |
| Pupils on roll | 149 | 16 |
| Free school meals | 38.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 141.9% | 50% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | – |
| 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 | Sandbach | Sandbach |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.sandbach-pri.cheshire.sch.uk | thelodgeap.org/ |
The verdict
- •Sandbach Primary Academy is the larger school with 149 students compared with 16.
- •Sandbach Primary Academy is a academy school while The Lodge AP is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Sandbach Primary Academy better than The Lodge AP?
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 Sandbach Primary Academy and The Lodge AP?
About 217 m in a straight line, between Sandbach and Sandbach in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Sandbach Primary Academy: 149. The Lodge AP: 16. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Sandbach Primary Academy and The Lodge AP rank in North West?
Sandbach Primary Academy is 1119th of 2,286 and The Lodge AP is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).