Catmose Primary vs Radford Primary School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 44 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catmose Primary
Oakham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
207 students
Radford Primary School Academy
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
207 students
| Measure | Catmose Primary Oakham, East Midlands | Radford Primary School Academy Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #804 of 1,516 | #499 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #9514 of 15,697 | #6456 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 207 | 207 |
| Pupils on roll | 207 | 207 |
| Free school meals | 7.2% | 44.9% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | 71% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 11% |
| 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 | Oakham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.catmoseprimary.com | www.radfordacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Radford Primary School Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.0 vs 42.9).
- •Radford Primary School Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (71% vs 50%).
- •Radford Primary School Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 7%).
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 Catmose Primary better than Radford Primary School Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Radford Primary School Academy ranks higher (57.0 vs 42.9 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 Catmose Primary and Radford Primary School Academy?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Oakham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Catmose Primary: 207. Radford Primary School Academy: 207. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Catmose Primary and Radford Primary School Academy rank in East Midlands?
Catmose Primary is 804th of 1,516 and Radford Primary School Academy is 499th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).