Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School vs Swell Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 4.5 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
Swell Church of England Primary School
Cotswold · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
32 students
| Measure | Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School Cheltenham, South West | Swell Church of England Primary School Cotswold, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #720 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #6810 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 341 | 32 |
| Pupils on roll | 341 | 32 |
| Free school meals | 13.8% | 29% |
| Capacity filled | 108.3% | 57.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | – |
| 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 | Cotswold |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | bourton.school | www.northcotswoldschools.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.4 vs 33.7).
- •Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 32.
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 Swell Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School ranks higher (55.4 vs 33.7 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 Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School and Swell Church of England Primary School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Cheltenham and Cotswold in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School: 341. Swell Church of England Primary School: 32. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School and Swell Church of England Primary School rank in South West?
Bourton-on-the-Water Primary School is 720th of 1,695 and Swell Church of England Primary School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).