Little Mead Primary Academy vs Springbank Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 56 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Little Mead Primary Academy
Bristol · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
435 students
Springbank Primary Academy
Cheltenham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
435 students
| Measure | Little Mead Primary Academy Bristol, South West | Springbank Primary Academy Cheltenham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1588 of 1,695 | #1380 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #14426 of 15,697 | #12487 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 435 | 435 |
| Pupils on roll | 435 | 435 |
| Free school meals | 30.2% | 33.8% |
| Capacity filled | 103.6% | 103.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 39% | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 5% |
| 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 | Bristol | Cheltenham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | littlemead.tila.school/ | www.springbankpri-ac.gloucs.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Springbank Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (28.7 vs 17.0).
- •Springbank Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (53% vs 39%).
- •Springbank Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 2%).
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 Little Mead Primary Academy better than Springbank Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Springbank Primary Academy ranks higher (28.7 vs 17.0 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 Little Mead Primary Academy and Springbank Primary Academy?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Cheltenham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Little Mead Primary Academy: 435. Springbank Primary Academy: 435. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Little Mead Primary Academy and Springbank Primary Academy rank in South West?
Little Mead Primary Academy is 1588th of 1,695 and Springbank Primary Academy is 1380th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).