Caythorpe Primary School vs Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 40 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caythorpe Primary School
Grantham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
102 students
Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
102 students
| Measure | Caythorpe Primary School Grantham, East Midlands | Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1074 of 1,516 | #194 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #11689 of 15,697 | #2809 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 102 | 102 |
| Pupils on roll | 102 | 102 |
| Free school meals | 22.5% | 16.7% |
| Capacity filled | 72.9% | 85.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 46% | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 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 | Grantham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | caythorpe-cit.co.uk/welcome/ | www.linby.snmat.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.0 vs 32.7).
- •Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (79% vs 46%).
- •Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 8%).
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 Caythorpe Primary School better than Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School ranks higher (76.0 vs 32.7 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 Caythorpe Primary School and Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Grantham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Caythorpe Primary School: 102. Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School: 102. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Caythorpe Primary School and Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Caythorpe Primary School is 1074th of 1,516 and Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School is 194th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).