Kirby Primary Academy vs Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 4.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kirby Primary Academy
Frinton-on-Sea · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
207 students
Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Clacton-on-Sea · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
231 students
| Measure | Kirby Primary Academy Frinton-on-Sea, East of England | Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery Clacton-on-Sea, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1201 of 1,872 | #1721 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #9886 of 15,697 | #14319 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 207 | 231 |
| Pupils on roll | 207 | 231 |
| Free school meals | 22.2% | 15% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 94.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 27% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 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 | Frinton-on-Sea | Clacton-on-Sea |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.kirbyacademy.org | www.rolphcofeprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Kirby Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.2 vs 17.8).
- •Kirby Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 27%).
- •Kirby Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 0%).
- •Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is the larger school with 231 students compared with 207.
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 Kirby Primary Academy better than Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery?
On the Success Index (England), Kirby Primary Academy ranks higher (41.2 vs 17.8 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 Kirby Primary Academy and Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Frinton-on-Sea and Clacton-on-Sea in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kirby Primary Academy: 207. Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery: 231. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kirby Primary Academy and Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery rank in East of England?
Kirby Primary Academy is 1201st of 1,872 and Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery is 1721st of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).