Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery vs Water Lane Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 985 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery
Harlow · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
234 students
Water Lane Primary Academy
Harlow · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
198 students
| Measure | Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery Harlow, East of England | Water Lane Primary Academy Harlow, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 61 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #697 of 1,872 | #1707 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #5745 of 15,697 | #14195 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 234 | 198 |
| Pupils on roll | 234 | 198 |
| Free school meals | 27.6% | 32.3% |
| Capacity filled | 74.3% | 94.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 36% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 4% |
| 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 | Harlow | Harlow |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.katherines.netacademies.net | www.waterlaneprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery scores higher on the Success Index (England) (60.5 vs 18.7).
- •Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 36%).
- •Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 4%).
- •Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery is the larger school with 234 students compared with 198.
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 Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery better than Water Lane Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery ranks higher (60.5 vs 18.7 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 Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery and Water Lane Primary Academy?
About 985 m in a straight line, between Harlow and Harlow in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery: 234. Water Lane Primary Academy: 198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery and Water Lane Primary Academy rank in East of England?
Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery is 697th of 1,872 and Water Lane Primary Academy is 1707th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).