Fosse Way Academy vs North Kesteven Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 983 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fosse Way Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
531 students
North Kesteven Academy
Lincoln · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
587 students
| Measure | Fosse Way Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | North Kesteven Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #643 of 1,516 | #289 of 329 |
| National rank | #8053 of 15,697 | #3547 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 531 | 587 |
| Pupils on roll | 531 | 587 |
| Free school meals | 23.6% | 38.3% |
| Capacity filled | 101.1% | 40.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 37.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 23.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 52.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.31 |
| A level points per entry | – | 25.0 |
| town | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.fosse-way-academy.org | www.nkacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Fosse Way Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.7 vs 19.9).
- •North Kesteven Academy is the larger school with 587 students compared with 531.
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 Fosse Way Academy better than North Kesteven Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Fosse Way Academy ranks higher (49.7 vs 19.9 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 Fosse Way Academy and North Kesteven Academy?
About 983 m in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fosse Way Academy: 531. North Kesteven Academy: 587. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fosse Way Academy and North Kesteven Academy rank in East Midlands?
Fosse Way Academy is 643rd of 1,516 and North Kesteven Academy is 289th of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).