Oakwood Primary Academy vs Widewell Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 509 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oakwood Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
235 students
Widewell Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
228 students
| Measure | Oakwood Primary Academy Plymouth, South West | Widewell Primary Academy Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1355 of 1,695 | #708 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #12312 of 15,697 | #6656 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 235 | 228 |
| Pupils on roll | 235 | 228 |
| Free school meals | 36.2% | 16.7% |
| Capacity filled | 79.1% | 97.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 49% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 11% |
| 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 | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.oakwood-primary.co.uk | www.widewellprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Widewell Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.2 vs 29.5).
- •Widewell Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 49%).
- •Widewell Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 8%).
- •Oakwood Primary Academy is the larger school with 235 students compared with 228.
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 Oakwood Primary Academy better than Widewell Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Widewell Primary Academy ranks higher (56.2 vs 29.5 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 Oakwood Primary Academy and Widewell Primary Academy?
About 509 m in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oakwood Primary Academy: 235. Widewell Primary Academy: 228. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oakwood Primary Academy and Widewell Primary Academy rank in South West?
Oakwood Primary Academy is 1355th of 1,695 and Widewell Primary Academy is 708th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).