Oakhurst Community First School vs Yealmpton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 159 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oakhurst Community First School
Ferndown · Academy primary · Ages 5–9
173 students
Yealmpton Primary School
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
173 students
| Measure | Oakhurst Community First School Ferndown, South West | Yealmpton Primary School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #870 of 1,695 | #138 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #8095 of 15,697 | #1432 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–9 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 173 | 173 |
| Pupils on roll | 173 | 173 |
| Free school meals | 20.8% | 12.7% |
| Capacity filled | 82.8% | 82.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 21% |
| 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 | Ferndown | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.oakhurstfirst.com/ | www.yealmpton-primary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Yealmpton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.0 vs 49.6).
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 Oakhurst Community First School better than Yealmpton Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Yealmpton Primary School ranks higher (85.0 vs 49.6 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 Oakhurst Community First School and Yealmpton Primary School?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Ferndown and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oakhurst Community First School: 173. Yealmpton Primary School: 173. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oakhurst Community First School and Yealmpton Primary School rank in South West?
Oakhurst Community First School is 870th of 1,695 and Yealmpton Primary School is 138th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).