Weare Academy First School vs Wedmore First School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 5.9 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Weare Academy First School
Axbridge · Academy primary · Ages 2–9
149 students
Wedmore First School Academy
Wedmore · Academy primary · Ages 2–9
193 students
| Measure | Weare Academy First School Axbridge, South West | Wedmore First School Academy Wedmore, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 78 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #250 of 1,695 | #251 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #2444 of 15,697 | #2445 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–9 | Ages 2–9 |
| Students | 149 | 193 |
| Pupils on roll | 149 | 193 |
| Free school meals | 10.9% | 10.9% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 91.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | Axbridge | Wedmore |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.weareacademy.co.uk | www.wedmorefirstschool.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (78.2 vs 78.2).
- •Wedmore First School Academy is the larger school with 193 students compared with 149.
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 Weare Academy First School better than Wedmore First School Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Weare Academy First School and Wedmore First School Academy?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Axbridge and Wedmore in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Weare Academy First School: 149. Wedmore First School Academy: 193. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Weare Academy First School and Wedmore First School Academy rank in South West?
Weare Academy First School is 250th of 1,695 and Wedmore First School Academy is 251st of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).