Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School vs Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 8.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School
King's Lynn · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
111 students
Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
Wells-Next-the-Sea · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
197 students
| Measure | Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School King's Lynn, East of England | Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School Wells-Next-the-Sea, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1441 of 1,872 | #1788 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #11969 of 15,697 | #14818 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 111 | 197 |
| Pupils on roll | 111 | 197 |
| Free school meals | 27% | 23.9% |
| Capacity filled | 88.8% | 82.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | 33% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | King's Lynn | Wells-Next-the-Sea |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.burnhammarket.norfolk.sch.uk | www.wensumtrust.org.uk/wells-next-the-sea |
The verdict
- •Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.3 vs 14.0).
- •Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (61% vs 33%).
- •Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 111.
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 Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School better than Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (31.3 vs 14.0 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 Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School and Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between King's Lynn and Wells-Next-the-Sea in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School: 111. Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School: 197. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School and Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School rank in East of England?
Burnham Market Primary and Nursery School is 1441st of 1,872 and Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School is 1788th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).