Colerne CofE Primary School vs Heywood Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 5.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colerne CofE Primary School
Chippenham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
212 students
Heywood Prep
Corsham · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
254 students
| Measure | Colerne CofE Primary School Chippenham, South West | Heywood Prep Corsham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 88 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #98 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #1014 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 212 | 254 |
| Pupils on roll | 212 | 254 |
| Free school meals | 6.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | 78.5% | 97.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 79% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | – |
| 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 | Chippenham | Corsham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.colerneschool.com | www.heywoodprep.com |
The verdict
- •Heywood Prep is the larger school with 254 students compared with 212.
- •Colerne CofE Primary School is a local authority school while Heywood Prep is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Colerne CofE Primary School better than Heywood Prep?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Colerne CofE Primary School and Heywood Prep?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Chippenham and Corsham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Colerne CofE Primary School: 212. Heywood Prep: 254. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Colerne CofE Primary School and Heywood Prep rank in South West?
Colerne CofE Primary School is 98th of 1,695 and Heywood Prep is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).