Copthorne Community Infant School vs Shirland Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 2.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Copthorne Community Infant School
Alfreton · Local authority primary · Ages 5–7
96 students
Shirland Primary School
Alfreton · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
175 students
| Measure | Copthorne Community Infant School Alfreton, East Midlands | Shirland Primary School Alfreton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1411 of 1,516 | #1328 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14760 of 15,697 | #14038 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–7 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 96 | 175 |
| Pupils on roll | 96 | 175 |
| Free school meals | 43.8% | 38.9% |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 87.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | Alfreton | Alfreton |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.copthorneinfants.org.uk | www.shirland.derbyshire.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Shirland Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (19.7 vs 14.4).
- •Shirland Primary School is the larger school with 175 students compared with 96.
- •Copthorne Community Infant School is a local authority school while Shirland Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Copthorne Community Infant School better than Shirland Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Shirland Primary School ranks higher (19.7 vs 14.4 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 Copthorne Community Infant School and Shirland Primary School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Alfreton and Alfreton in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Copthorne Community Infant School: 96. Shirland Primary School: 175. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Copthorne Community Infant School and Shirland Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Copthorne Community Infant School is 1411th of 1,516 and Shirland Primary School is 1328th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).