Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School vs Shiphay Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Torquay · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
145 students
Shiphay Learning Academy
Torquay · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
373 students
| Measure | Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School Torquay, South West | Shiphay Learning Academy Torquay, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1419 of 1,695 | #818 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #12871 of 15,697 | #7630 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 145 | 373 |
| Pupils on roll | 145 | 373 |
| Free school meals | 28.3% | 17.9% |
| Capacity filled | 69% | 88.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 6% |
| 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 | Torquay | Torquay |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.ourladyoftheangels.co.uk/ | www.shiphay.com |
The verdict
- •Shiphay Learning Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (51.7 vs 26.7).
- •Shiphay Learning Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (66% vs 50%).
- •Shiphay Learning Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 4%).
- •Shiphay Learning Academy is the larger school with 373 students compared with 145.
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 Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School better than Shiphay Learning Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Shiphay Learning Academy ranks higher (51.7 vs 26.7 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 Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Torquay and Torquay in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School: 145. Shiphay Learning Academy: 373. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School and Shiphay Learning Academy rank in South West?
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School is 1419th of 1,695 and Shiphay Learning Academy is 818th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).