Hinchley Wood School vs Oaklands Catholic School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South East, England, 74 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinchley Wood School
Esher · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,422 students
Oaklands Catholic School
Waterlooville · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,419 students
| Measure | Hinchley Wood School Esher, South East | Oaklands Catholic School Waterlooville, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 93 Top 5% | 69 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #59 of 679 | #212 of 679 |
| National rank | #198 of 4,090 | #1046 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,422 | 1,419 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,422 | 1,419 |
| Free school meals | 6.7% | 18.9% |
| Capacity filled | 127.8% | 105.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 64.5 | 52.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 81.2% | 48.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 89% | 73.6% |
| EBacc average points | 5.75 | 4.54 |
| A level points per entry | 38.5 | 33.1 |
| town | Esher | Waterlooville |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.hinchleywoodschool.co.uk | www.oaklandscatholicschool.org/ |
The verdict
- •Hinchley Wood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (92.7 vs 69.4).
- •Hinchley Wood School is the larger school with 1,422 students compared with 1,419.
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 Hinchley Wood School better than Oaklands Catholic School?
On the Success Index (England), Hinchley Wood School ranks higher (92.7 vs 69.4 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 Hinchley Wood School and Oaklands Catholic School?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Esher and Waterlooville in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hinchley Wood School: 1,422. Oaklands Catholic School: 1,419. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hinchley Wood School and Oaklands Catholic School rank in South East?
Hinchley Wood School is 59th of 679 and Oaklands Catholic School is 212th of 679 among secondary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).