Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School vs Hayes School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 206 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School
Cheltenham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
341 students
Hayes School
Paignton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
340 students
| Measure | Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School Cheltenham, South West | Hayes School Paignton, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #720 of 1,695 | #335 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #6810 of 15,697 | #3379 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 341 | 340 |
| Pupils on roll | 341 | 340 |
| Free school meals | 13.8% | 42.6% |
| Capacity filled | 108.3% | 76.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 21% |
| 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 | Cheltenham | Paignton |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | bourton.school | www.hayes.torbay.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Hayes School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.8 vs 55.4).
- •Hayes School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (79% vs 61%).
- •Hayes School does better on ks2: higher standard (21% vs 11%).
- •Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 340.
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 Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School better than Hayes School?
On the Success Index (England), Hayes School ranks higher (72.8 vs 55.4 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 Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School and Hayes School?
About 206 km in a straight line, between Cheltenham and Paignton in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School: 341. Hayes School: 340. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School and Hayes School rank in South West?
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School is 720th of 1,695 and Hayes School is 335th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).