Colonel Frank Seely Academy vs King Edward VI Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 80 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colonel Frank Seely Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
895 students
King Edward VI Grammar School
Louth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
900 students
| Measure | Colonel Frank Seely Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | King Edward VI Grammar School Louth, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 56 Top 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #140 of 329 | #35 of 329 |
| National rank | #1673 of 4,090 | #503 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 895 | 900 |
| Pupils on roll | 895 | 900 |
| Free school meals | 23.9% | 12.7% |
| Capacity filled | 82% | 110.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.9 | 61.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.7% | 81.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.9% | 96.6% |
| EBacc average points | 4.46 | 5.89 |
| A level points per entry | 30.1 | 29.8 |
| town | Nottingham | Louth |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.cfsacademy.org.uk | www.kevigs.org/ |
The verdict
- •King Edward VI Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.0 vs 55.9).
- •King Edward VI Grammar School is the larger school with 900 students compared with 895.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Colonel Frank Seely Academy better than King Edward VI Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), King Edward VI Grammar School ranks higher (83.0 vs 55.9 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 Colonel Frank Seely Academy and King Edward VI Grammar School?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Louth in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Colonel Frank Seely Academy: 895. King Edward VI Grammar School: 900. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Colonel Frank Seely Academy and King Edward VI Grammar School rank in East Midlands?
Colonel Frank Seely Academy is 140th of 329 and King Edward VI Grammar School is 35th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).