Elkesley Primary and Nursery School vs Speedwell Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 25 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School
Retford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
103 students
Speedwell Infant School
Chesterfield · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
103 students
| Measure | Elkesley Primary and Nursery School Retford, East Midlands | Speedwell Infant School Chesterfield, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1428 of 1,516 | #1508 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14940 of 15,697 | #15629 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 103 | 103 |
| Pupils on roll | 103 | 103 |
| Free school meals | 25% | 58% |
| Capacity filled | 85.8% | 85.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 30% | – |
| 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 | Retford | Chesterfield |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.elkesley.notts.sch.uk/ | www.speedwellinfants.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Elkesley Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (12.9 vs 4.4).
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 Elkesley Primary and Nursery School better than Speedwell Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Elkesley Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (12.9 vs 4.4 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 Elkesley Primary and Nursery School and Speedwell Infant School?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Retford and Chesterfield in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School: 103. Speedwell Infant School: 103. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elkesley Primary and Nursery School and Speedwell Infant School rank in East Midlands?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School is 1428th of 1,516 and Speedwell Infant School is 1508th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).