Blisland Primary Academy vs Cardinham School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 4.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blisland Primary Academy
Bodmin · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
51 students
Cardinham School
Bodmin · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
81 students
| Measure | Blisland Primary Academy Bodmin, South West | Cardinham School Bodmin, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #364 of 1,695 |
| National rank | – | #3738 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 51 | 81 |
| Pupils on roll | 51 | 81 |
| Free school meals | 14.6% | 12.3% |
| Capacity filled | 85% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 15% |
| 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 | Bodmin | Bodmin |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.blislandprimary.co.uk | www.cardinhamschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Cardinham School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (70.9 vs 66.7).
- •Cardinham School is the larger school with 81 students compared with 51.
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 Blisland Primary Academy better than Cardinham School?
On the Success Index (England), Cardinham School ranks higher (70.9 vs 66.7 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 Blisland Primary Academy and Cardinham School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Bodmin and Bodmin in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Blisland Primary Academy: 51. Cardinham School: 81. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Blisland Primary Academy and Cardinham School rank in South West?
Blisland Primary Academy is unranked and Cardinham School is 364th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).