Birdwell Primary School vs Penpol School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 238 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birdwell Primary School
Bristol · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
427 students
Penpol School
Hayle · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
429 students
| Measure | Birdwell Primary School Bristol, South West | Penpol School Hayle, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 91 Top 5% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #66 of 1,695 | #893 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #715 of 15,697 | #8290 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 427 | 429 |
| Pupils on roll | 427 | 429 |
| Free school meals | 6.1% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 94.9% | 102.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 84% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | – |
| 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 | Bristol | Hayle |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.birdwellschool.co.uk/ | www.penpolschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Birdwell Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (90.7 vs 48.7).
- •Penpol School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 427.
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 Birdwell Primary School better than Penpol School?
On the Success Index (England), Birdwell Primary School ranks higher (90.7 vs 48.7 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 Birdwell Primary School and Penpol School?
About 238 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Hayle in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Birdwell Primary School: 427. Penpol School: 429. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Birdwell Primary School and Penpol School rank in South West?
Birdwell Primary School is 66th of 1,695 and Penpol School is 893rd of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).