Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery vs Whaley Thorns Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 3.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery
Worksop · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
252 students
Whaley Thorns Primary School
Mansfield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
118 students
| Measure | Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery Worksop, East Midlands | Whaley Thorns Primary School Mansfield, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 10 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1467 of 1,516 | #1455 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #15289 of 15,697 | #15221 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 252 | 118 |
| Pupils on roll | 252 | 118 |
| Free school meals | 49.2% | 53.8% |
| Capacity filled | 114.5% | 69.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Worksop | Mansfield |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.creswell-inf.derbyshire.sch.uk | www.whaleythorns.teameducation.org/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (9.6 vs 10.4).
- •Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery is the larger school with 252 students compared with 118.
- •Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery is a local authority school while Whaley Thorns 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 Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery better than Whaley Thorns Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery and Whaley Thorns Primary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Worksop and Mansfield in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery: 252. Whaley Thorns Primary School: 118. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery and Whaley Thorns Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Creswell CofE Controlled Infant and Nursery is 1467th of 1,516 and Whaley Thorns Primary School is 1455th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).