Nova Hreod Academy vs Rodbourne Cheney Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 761 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nova Hreod Academy
Swindon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,044 students
Rodbourne Cheney Primary School
Swindon · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
249 students
| Measure | Nova Hreod Academy Swindon, South West | Rodbourne Cheney Primary School Swindon, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #99 of 402 | #575 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1158 of 4,090 | #5524 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,044 | 249 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,044 | 249 |
| Free school meals | 23.5% | 23.1% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | 92.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 52.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 65.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.67 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Swindon | Swindon |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.novahreodacademy.org.uk | www.rodbournecheney.swindon.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Nova Hreod Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.9 vs 61.6).
- •Nova Hreod Academy is the larger school with 1,044 students compared with 249.
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 Nova Hreod Academy better than Rodbourne Cheney Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Nova Hreod Academy ranks higher (66.9 vs 61.6 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 Nova Hreod Academy and Rodbourne Cheney Primary School?
About 761 m in a straight line, between Swindon and Swindon in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Nova Hreod Academy: 1,044. Rodbourne Cheney Primary School: 249. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Nova Hreod Academy and Rodbourne Cheney Primary School rank in South West?
Nova Hreod Academy is 99th of 402 and Rodbourne Cheney Primary School is 575th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).