Clarborough Primary School vs Parklands Infant and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 55 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarborough Primary School
Retford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
205 students
Parklands Infant and Nursery School
Nottingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
205 students
| Measure | Clarborough Primary School Retford, East Midlands | Parklands Infant and Nursery School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #788 of 1,516 | #1124 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #9387 of 15,697 | #12120 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 205 | 205 |
| Pupils on roll | 205 | 205 |
| Free school meals | 12.9% | 31% |
| Capacity filled | 103% | 106.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| 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 | Retford | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.clarborough.notts.sch.uk | www.parklands-school.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Clarborough Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.5 vs 30.5).
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 Clarborough Primary School better than Parklands Infant and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Clarborough Primary School ranks higher (43.5 vs 30.5 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 Clarborough Primary School and Parklands Infant and Nursery School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Retford and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Clarborough Primary School: 205. Parklands Infant and Nursery School: 205. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Clarborough Primary School and Parklands Infant and Nursery School rank in East Midlands?
Clarborough Primary School is 788th of 1,516 and Parklands Infant and Nursery School is 1124th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).