North Newton Community Primary School vs Payhembury Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 36 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Newton Community Primary School
Bridgwater · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
93 students
Payhembury Church of England Primary School
Exeter · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
93 students
| Measure | North Newton Community Primary School Bridgwater, South West | Payhembury Church of England Primary School Exeter, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 82 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1070 of 1,695 | #190 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #9834 of 15,697 | #1929 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 93 | 93 |
| Pupils on roll | 93 | 93 |
| Free school meals | 15.1% | 4.3% |
| Capacity filled | 93% | 88.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | 76% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 12% |
| 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 | Bridgwater | Exeter |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.northnewtonprimaryschool.co.uk | www.payhemburyprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Payhembury Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (81.5 vs 41.4).
- •Payhembury Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 64%).
- •Payhembury Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 0%).
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 North Newton Community Primary School better than Payhembury Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Payhembury Church of England Primary School ranks higher (81.5 vs 41.4 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 North Newton Community Primary School and Payhembury Church of England Primary School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Bridgwater and Exeter in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
North Newton Community Primary School: 93. Payhembury Church of England Primary School: 93. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do North Newton Community Primary School and Payhembury Church of England Primary School rank in South West?
North Newton Community Primary School is 1070th of 1,695 and Payhembury Church of England Primary School is 190th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).