Great Western Academy vs Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Great Western Academy
Swindon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,039 students
Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy
Swindon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
419 students
| Measure | Great Western Academy Swindon, South West | Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy Swindon, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #157 of 402 | #1225 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1728 of 4,090 | #11231 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,039 | 419 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,039 | 419 |
| Free school meals | 17% | 19.1% |
| Capacity filled | 85.9% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 9% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.09 | – |
| A level points per entry | 31.4 | – |
| town | Swindon | Swindon |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.gwacademy.co.uk | www.tadpolefarmcepa.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Great Western Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (54.8 vs 35.1).
- •Great Western Academy is the larger school with 1,039 students compared with 419.
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 Great Western Academy better than Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Great Western Academy ranks higher (54.8 vs 35.1 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 Great Western Academy and Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Swindon and Swindon in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Great Western Academy: 1,039. Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy: 419. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Great Western Academy and Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy rank in South West?
Great Western Academy is 157th of 402 and Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy is 1225th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).