Astrea Academy Woodfields vs Balby Central Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Astrea Academy Woodfields
Doncaster · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
662 students
Balby Central Primary Academy
Doncaster · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
448 students
| Measure | Astrea Academy Woodfields Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber | Balby Central Primary Academy Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #318 of 366 | #1277 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #3634 of 4,090 | #12825 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 662 | 448 |
| Pupils on roll | 662 | 448 |
| Free school meals | 51.1% | 38.2% |
| Capacity filled | – | 93.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 2% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 36.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.36 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Doncaster | Doncaster |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.astreawoodfields.org/ | www.balbycentralprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Balby Central Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.9 vs 18.7).
- •Astrea Academy Woodfields is the larger school with 662 students compared with 448.
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 Astrea Academy Woodfields better than Balby Central Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Balby Central Primary Academy ranks higher (26.9 vs 18.7 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 Astrea Academy Woodfields and Balby Central Primary Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Doncaster and Doncaster in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Astrea Academy Woodfields: 662. Balby Central Primary Academy: 448. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Astrea Academy Woodfields and Balby Central Primary Academy rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Astrea Academy Woodfields is 318th of 366 and Balby Central Primary Academy is 1277th of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).