Chilwell Croft Academy vs Newbury Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 412 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chilwell Croft Academy
Birmingham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
362 students
Newbury Independent School
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 11–19
18 students
| Measure | Chilwell Croft Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Newbury Independent School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 47 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #871 of 1,690 | – |
| National rank | #8751 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 362 | 18 |
| Pupils on roll | 362 | 18 |
| Free school meals | 78.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.2% | 30% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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 | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.chilwellcroftacademy.com | www.newburyschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Chilwell Croft Academy is the larger school with 362 students compared with 18.
- •Chilwell Croft Academy is a academy school while Newbury Independent School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Chilwell Croft Academy better than Newbury Independent School?
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 Chilwell Croft Academy and Newbury Independent School?
About 412 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chilwell Croft Academy: 362. Newbury Independent School: 18. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chilwell Croft Academy and Newbury Independent School rank in West Midlands?
Chilwell Croft Academy is 871st of 1,690 and Newbury Independent School is unranked among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).