Lift Hamford vs Lift Tendring
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 479 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lift Hamford
Walton on the Naze · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
393 students
Lift Tendring
Frinton-on-Sea · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,464 students
| Measure | Lift Hamford Walton on the Naze, East of England | Lift Tendring Frinton-on-Sea, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1551 of 1,872 | #386 of 460 |
| National rank | #12904 of 15,697 | #3230 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 393 | 1,464 |
| Pupils on roll | 393 | 1,464 |
| Free school meals | 31.6% | 31.1% |
| Capacity filled | 140.4% | 73.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 36.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 30.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 53.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.88 |
| A level points per entry | – | 26.0 |
| town | Walton on the Naze | Frinton-on-Sea |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.lifthamford.org/ | tendringtechnologycollege.org/ |
The verdict
- •Lift Hamford scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.5 vs 24.2).
- •Lift Tendring is the larger school with 1,464 students compared with 393.
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 Lift Hamford better than Lift Tendring?
On the Success Index (England), Lift Hamford ranks higher (26.5 vs 24.2 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 Lift Hamford and Lift Tendring?
About 479 m in a straight line, between Walton on the Naze and Frinton-on-Sea in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lift Hamford: 393. Lift Tendring: 1,464. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lift Hamford and Lift Tendring rank in East of England?
Lift Hamford is 1551st of 1,872 and Lift Tendring is 386th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).