Babington Academy vs Bluecoat Aspley Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 34 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Babington Academy
Leicester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,339 students
Bluecoat Aspley Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,344 students
| Measure | Babington Academy Leicester, East Midlands | Bluecoat Aspley Academy Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 21 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #284 of 329 | #169 of 329 |
| National rank | #3490 of 4,090 | #2105 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,339 | 1,344 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,339 | 1,344 |
| Free school meals | 49.1% | 45.3% |
| Capacity filled | 97% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.0 | 48.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.7% | 46.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.9% | 64% |
| EBacc average points | 3.13 | 4.15 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.3 |
| town | Leicester | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.babington.leicester.sch.uk/ | www.bluecoataspley.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Bluecoat Aspley Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.1 vs 20.5).
- •Bluecoat Aspley Academy is the larger school with 1,344 students compared with 1,339.
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 Babington Academy better than Bluecoat Aspley Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Bluecoat Aspley Academy ranks higher (47.1 vs 20.5 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 Babington Academy and Bluecoat Aspley Academy?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Leicester and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Babington Academy: 1,339. Bluecoat Aspley Academy: 1,344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Babington Academy and Bluecoat Aspley Academy rank in East Midlands?
Babington Academy is 284th of 329 and Bluecoat Aspley Academy is 169th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).