The Emscote School vs THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 25 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Emscote School
Warwickshire · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
67 students
THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL
Shustoke · Independent all-through · Ages 6–19
66 students
| Measure | The Emscote School Warwickshire, West Midlands | THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL Shustoke, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 4 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #487 of 493 | #463 of 493 |
| National rank | #4052 of 4,090 | #3893 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 6–19 |
| Students | 67 | 66 |
| Pupils on roll | 67 | 66 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 78.8% | 63.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 13.5 | 20.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | 30% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 12.5% | 50% |
| EBacc average points | 0.92 | 2.00 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Warwickshire | Shustoke |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.emscoteschool.org | www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/our-locations/our-schools/the-secret-garden-school/ |
The verdict
- •THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL scores higher on the Success Index (England) (12.3 vs 3.8).
- •The Emscote School is the larger school with 67 students compared with 66.
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 The Emscote School better than THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL?
On the Success Index (England), THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL ranks higher (12.3 vs 3.8 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 The Emscote School and THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Warwickshire and Shustoke in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Emscote School: 67. THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL: 66. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Emscote School and THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL rank in West Midlands?
The Emscote School is 487th of 493 and THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL is 463rd of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).