Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School vs Cantrell Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 694 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
221 students
Cantrell Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
381 students
| Measure | Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School Nottingham, East Midlands | Cantrell Primary and Nursery School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1330 of 1,516 | #1269 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14047 of 15,697 | #13403 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 221 | 381 |
| Pupils on roll | 221 | 381 |
| Free school meals | 43.1% | 35.5% |
| Capacity filled | 105.2% | 82.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.bulwellstmarys.co.uk | www.cantrell.nottingham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Cantrell Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (23.8 vs 19.6).
- •Cantrell Primary and Nursery School is the larger school with 381 students compared with 221.
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 Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School better than Cantrell Primary and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Cantrell Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (23.8 vs 19.6 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 Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School and Cantrell Primary and Nursery School?
About 694 m in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School: 221. Cantrell Primary and Nursery School: 381. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School and Cantrell Primary and Nursery School rank in East Midlands?
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School is 1330th of 1,516 and Cantrell Primary and Nursery School is 1269th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).