Arnold Academy vs Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 4.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold Academy
Bedford · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
704 students
Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
Bedford · Local authority primary · Ages 4–9
251 students
| Measure | Arnold Academy Bedford, East of England | Silsoe CofE VC Lower School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 86 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #212 of 460 | #161 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #1696 of 4,090 | #1258 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 4–9 |
| Students | 704 | 251 |
| Pupils on roll | 704 | 251 |
| Free school meals | 14.2% | 8.4% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 83.7% |
| 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 | www.silsoeschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Silsoe CofE VC Lower School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.3 vs 55.3).
- •Arnold Academy is the larger school with 704 students compared with 251.
- •Arnold Academy is a academy school while Silsoe CofE VC Lower 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 Arnold Academy better than Silsoe CofE VC Lower School?
On the Success Index (England), Silsoe CofE VC Lower School ranks higher (86.3 vs 55.3 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 Arnold Academy and Silsoe CofE VC Lower School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arnold Academy: 704. Silsoe CofE VC Lower School: 251. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arnold Academy and Silsoe CofE VC Lower School rank in East of England?
Arnold Academy is 212th of 460 and Silsoe CofE VC Lower School is 161st of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).