Arnold Academy vs Orchard School & Nursery
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 848 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold Academy
Bedford · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
704 students
Orchard School & Nursery
Bedford · Independent primary · Ages 0–9
91 students
| Measure | Arnold Academy Bedford, East of England | Orchard School & Nursery Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #212 of 460 | – |
| National rank | #1696 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 0–9 |
| Students | 704 | 91 |
| Pupils on roll | 704 | 91 |
| Free school meals | 14.2% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 60.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| 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 | Bedford | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.arnoldacademy.org.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Arnold Academy is the larger school with 704 students compared with 91.
- •Arnold Academy is a academy school while Orchard School & Nursery is a independent 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 Arnold Academy better than Orchard School & Nursery?
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 Arnold Academy and Orchard School & Nursery?
About 848 m in a straight line, between Bedford and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arnold Academy: 704. Orchard School & Nursery: 91. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arnold Academy and Orchard School & Nursery rank in East of England?
Arnold Academy is 212th of 460 and Orchard School & Nursery is unranked among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).