Shiphay Learning Academy vs Wadebridge Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 90 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shiphay Learning Academy
Torquay · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
373 students
Wadebridge Primary Academy
Wadebridge · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
373 students
| Measure | Shiphay Learning Academy Torquay, South West | Wadebridge Primary Academy Wadebridge, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #818 of 1,695 | #1296 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #7630 of 15,697 | #11768 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 373 | 373 |
| Pupils on roll | 373 | 373 |
| Free school meals | 17.9% | 25.9% |
| Capacity filled | 88.8% | 77.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 54% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 5% |
| 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 | Wadebridge |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.shiphay.com | www.wadebridgeprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Shiphay Learning Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (51.7 vs 32.4).
- •Shiphay Learning Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (66% vs 54%).
- •Shiphay Learning Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 5%).
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 Shiphay Learning Academy better than Wadebridge Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Shiphay Learning Academy ranks higher (51.7 vs 32.4 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 Shiphay Learning Academy and Wadebridge Primary Academy?
About 90 km in a straight line, between Torquay and Wadebridge in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Shiphay Learning Academy: 373. Wadebridge Primary Academy: 373. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Shiphay Learning Academy and Wadebridge Primary Academy rank in South West?
Shiphay Learning Academy is 818th of 1,695 and Wadebridge Primary Academy is 1296th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).