Berridge Primary and Nursery School vs Bluecoat Aspley Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berridge Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
624 students
Bluecoat Aspley Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,344 students
| Measure | Berridge Primary and Nursery School Nottingham, East Midlands | Bluecoat Aspley Academy Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #867 of 1,516 | #169 of 329 |
| National rank | #10053 of 15,697 | #2105 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 624 | 1,344 |
| Pupils on roll | 624 | 1,344 |
| Free school meals | 31.8% | 45.3% |
| Capacity filled | 85.5% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 48.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 46.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 64% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.15 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.3 |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.berridgeprimary.com/ | www.bluecoataspley.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Bluecoat Aspley Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.1 vs 40.4).
- •Bluecoat Aspley Academy is the larger school with 1,344 students compared with 624.
- •Berridge Primary and Nursery School is a local authority school while Bluecoat Aspley Academy is a academy 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 Berridge Primary and Nursery School better than Bluecoat Aspley Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Bluecoat Aspley Academy ranks higher (47.1 vs 40.4 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 Berridge Primary and Nursery School and Bluecoat Aspley Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Berridge Primary and Nursery School: 624. Bluecoat Aspley Academy: 1,344. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Berridge Primary and Nursery School and Bluecoat Aspley Academy rank in East Midlands?
Berridge Primary and Nursery School is 867th of 1,516 and Bluecoat Aspley Academy is 169th of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).