Oak Academy vs The Cornerstone Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 7.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oak Academy
Bournemouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
647 students
The Cornerstone Academy
Poole · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
645 students
| Measure | Oak Academy Bournemouth, South West | The Cornerstone Academy Poole, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #390 of 402 | #303 of 402 |
| National rank | #3906 of 4,090 | #2870 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 647 | 645 |
| Pupils on roll | 647 | 645 |
| Free school meals | 48.1% | 39.5% |
| Capacity filled | 53.9% | 71.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 32.5 | 41.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 13.6% | 37.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 33% | 59.8% |
| EBacc average points | 2.75 | 3.73 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bournemouth | Poole |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.oak-academy.co.uk/ | www.cornerstoneacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •The Cornerstone Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.8 vs 11.8).
- •Oak Academy is the larger school with 647 students compared with 645.
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 Oak Academy better than The Cornerstone Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Cornerstone Academy ranks higher (31.8 vs 11.8 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 Oak Academy and The Cornerstone Academy?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Bournemouth and Poole in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oak Academy: 647. The Cornerstone Academy: 645. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oak Academy and The Cornerstone Academy rank in South West?
Oak Academy is 390th of 402 and The Cornerstone Academy is 303rd of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).