Netherfield Primary School vs South Nottinghamshire Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 3.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Netherfield Primary School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
466 students
South Nottinghamshire Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,010 students
| Measure | Netherfield Primary School Nottingham, East Midlands | South Nottinghamshire Academy Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1274 of 1,516 | #71 of 329 |
| National rank | #13439 of 15,697 | #897 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 466 | 1,010 |
| Pupils on roll | 466 | 1,010 |
| Free school meals | 42.1% | 20.9% |
| Capacity filled | 111% | 134.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 56.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 81.4% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.76 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.5 |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.netherfieldprimaryschool.com | www.southnottinghamshireacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •South Nottinghamshire Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.7 vs 23.6).
- •South Nottinghamshire Academy is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 466.
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 Netherfield Primary School better than South Nottinghamshire Academy?
On the Success Index (England), South Nottinghamshire Academy ranks higher (72.7 vs 23.6 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 Netherfield Primary School and South Nottinghamshire Academy?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Netherfield Primary School: 466. South Nottinghamshire Academy: 1,010. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Netherfield Primary School and South Nottinghamshire Academy rank in East Midlands?
Netherfield Primary School is 1274th of 1,516 and South Nottinghamshire Academy is 71st of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).