Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School vs Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 16 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School
Newbury · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
36 students
Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School
Andover · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
35 students
| Measure | Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School Newbury, South East | Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School Andover, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 7 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 36 | 35 |
| Pupils on roll | 36 | 35 |
| Free school meals | 50% | 20% |
| Capacity filled | 34.3% | 33.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 33% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 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 | Newbury | Andover |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.ecchinswellsydmonton.hants.sch.uk/ | www.vernhamdeanschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.3 vs 6.7).
- •Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 33%).
- •Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School is the larger school with 36 students compared with 35.
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 Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School better than Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School ranks higher (42.3 vs 6.7 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 Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School and Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Newbury and Andover in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School: 36. Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School: 35. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School and Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School rank in South East?
Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School is unranked and Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School is unranked among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).