Barrington CofE VC Primary School vs Harston and Newton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barrington CofE VC Primary School
Cambridge · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
174 students
Harston and Newton Primary School
Cambridge · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
117 students
| Measure | Barrington CofE VC Primary School Cambridge, East of England | Harston and Newton Primary School Cambridge, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1407 of 1,872 | #387 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #11604 of 15,697 | #3051 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 174 | 117 |
| Pupils on roll | 174 | 117 |
| Free school meals | 13.8% | 12% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | 111.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | – |
| 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 | Cambridge | Cambridge |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.barrington.cambs.sch.uk | www.harstonnewton.org |
The verdict
- •Harston and Newton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.7 vs 33.1).
- •Barrington CofE VC Primary School is the larger school with 174 students compared with 117.
- •Barrington CofE VC Primary School is a local authority school while Harston and Newton Primary School is a academy 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 Barrington CofE VC Primary School better than Harston and Newton Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Harston and Newton Primary School ranks higher (74.7 vs 33.1 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 Barrington CofE VC Primary School and Harston and Newton Primary School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Cambridge in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barrington CofE VC Primary School: 174. Harston and Newton Primary School: 117. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barrington CofE VC Primary School and Harston and Newton Primary School rank in East of England?
Barrington CofE VC Primary School is 1407th of 1,872 and Harston and Newton Primary School is 387th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).