Chadsmead Primary Academy vs Willows Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 462 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chadsmead Primary Academy
Lichfield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
188 students
Willows Primary Academy
Lichfield · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
423 students
| Measure | Chadsmead Primary Academy Lichfield, West Midlands | Willows Primary Academy Lichfield, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #835 of 1,690 | #1444 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #8302 of 15,697 | #13647 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 188 | 423 |
| Pupils on roll | 188 | 423 |
| Free school meals | 36.7% | 36.6% |
| Capacity filled | 44.8% | 100.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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 | Lichfield | Lichfield |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.chadsmeadacademy.co.uk | www.willows.staffs.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Chadsmead Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.6 vs 22.3).
- •Willows Primary Academy is the larger school with 423 students compared with 188.
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 Chadsmead Primary Academy better than Willows Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Chadsmead Primary Academy ranks higher (48.6 vs 22.3 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 Chadsmead Primary Academy and Willows Primary Academy?
About 462 m in a straight line, between Lichfield and Lichfield in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chadsmead Primary Academy: 188. Willows Primary Academy: 423. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chadsmead Primary Academy and Willows Primary Academy rank in West Midlands?
Chadsmead Primary Academy is 835th of 1,690 and Willows Primary Academy is 1444th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).