Fairfield Spencer Academy vs Ladycross Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.4 km 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
Ladycross Infant School
Nottingham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
157 students
| Measure | Fairfield Spencer Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | Ladycross Infant School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #650 of 1,516 | #1325 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #8111 of 15,697 | #14024 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 627 | 157 |
| Pupils on roll | 627 | 157 |
| Free school meals | 25.2% | 38.8% |
| Capacity filled | 95% | 65.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| 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 | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | fairfieldspencer.org.uk | www.ladycross-school.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Spencer Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.5 vs 19.8).
- •Fairfield Spencer Academy is the larger school with 627 students compared with 157.
- •Fairfield Spencer Academy is a academy school while Ladycross Infant School is a local authority 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 Fairfield Spencer Academy better than Ladycross Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Fairfield Spencer Academy ranks higher (49.5 vs 19.8 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 Ladycross Infant School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fairfield Spencer Academy: 627. Ladycross Infant School: 157. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fairfield Spencer Academy and Ladycross Infant School rank in East Midlands?
Fairfield Spencer Academy is 650th of 1,516 and Ladycross Infant School is 1325th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).