South Shore Academy vs Thames Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 650 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Shore Academy
Blackpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
550 students
Thames Primary Academy
Blackpool · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
444 students
| Measure | South Shore Academy Blackpool, North West | Thames Primary Academy Blackpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 1 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #536 of 536 | #1463 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #4087 of 4,090 | #11280 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 550 | 444 |
| Pupils on roll | 550 | 444 |
| Free school meals | 67.6% | 62% |
| Capacity filled | 55.8% | 92.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 6% |
| 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 | Blackpool | Blackpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | southshoreacademyblackpool.co.uk/ | thames.atctrust.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Thames Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.8 vs 0.7).
- •South Shore Academy is the larger school with 550 students compared with 444.
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 South Shore Academy better than Thames Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Thames Primary Academy ranks higher (34.8 vs 0.7 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 South Shore Academy and Thames Primary Academy?
About 650 m in a straight line, between Blackpool and Blackpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
South Shore Academy: 550. Thames Primary Academy: 444. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do South Shore Academy and Thames Primary Academy rank in North West?
South Shore Academy is 536th of 536 and Thames Primary Academy is 1463rd of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).