Fairfield Spencer Academy vs George Spencer Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 710 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Spencer Academy
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
627 students
George Spencer Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,580 students
| Measure | Fairfield Spencer Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | George Spencer Academy Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #650 of 1,516 | #59 of 329 |
| National rank | #8111 of 15,697 | #769 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 627 | 1,580 |
| Pupils on roll | 627 | 1,580 |
| Free school meals | 25.2% | 19.6% |
| Capacity filled | 95% | 110.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 56.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 77.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.83 |
| A level points per entry | – | 37.9 |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | fairfieldspencer.org.uk | georgespencer.org.uk |
The verdict
- •George Spencer Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.4 vs 49.5).
- •George Spencer Academy is the larger school with 1,580 students compared with 627.
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 Fairfield Spencer Academy better than George Spencer Academy?
On the Success Index (England), George Spencer Academy ranks higher (75.4 vs 49.5 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 Fairfield Spencer Academy and George Spencer Academy?
About 710 m in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairfield Spencer Academy: 627. George Spencer Academy: 1,580. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairfield Spencer Academy and George Spencer Academy rank in East Midlands?
Fairfield Spencer Academy is 650th of 1,516 and George Spencer Academy is 59th of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).