Norbridge Academy vs Outwood Academy Valley
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 277 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norbridge Academy
Worksop · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
465 students
Outwood Academy Valley
Worksop · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,721 students
| Measure | Norbridge Academy Worksop, East Midlands | Outwood Academy Valley Worksop, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #356 of 1,516 | #102 of 329 |
| National rank | #4814 of 15,697 | #1248 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 465 | 1,721 |
| Pupils on roll | 465 | 1,721 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 24.9% |
| Capacity filled | 221.4% | 99.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 50.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 58.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 80.4% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.59 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.5 |
| town | Worksop | Worksop |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.norbridgeacademy.org.uk | www.valley.outwood.com |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (65.2 vs 65.0).
- •Outwood Academy Valley is the larger school with 1,721 students compared with 465.
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 Norbridge Academy better than Outwood Academy Valley?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Norbridge Academy and Outwood Academy Valley?
About 277 m in a straight line, between Worksop and Worksop in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Norbridge Academy: 465. Outwood Academy Valley: 1,721. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Norbridge Academy and Outwood Academy Valley rank in East Midlands?
Norbridge Academy is 356th of 1,516 and Outwood Academy Valley is 102nd of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).