Nova Primary Academy vs Thorpe Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 619 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nova Primary Academy
Peterborough · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
343 students
Thorpe Primary Academy
Peterborough · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
447 students
| Measure | Nova Primary Academy Peterborough, East of England | Thorpe Primary Academy Peterborough, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1127 of 1,872 | #1232 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #9321 of 15,697 | #10087 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 343 | 447 |
| Pupils on roll | 343 | 447 |
| Free school meals | 44.3% | 32.9% |
| Capacity filled | 81.7% | 71% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 5% |
| 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 | Peterborough | Peterborough |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.novaprimaryacademy.co.uk | www.thorpeprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Nova Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.8 vs 40.3).
- •Nova Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (70% vs 63%).
- •Thorpe Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 3%).
- •Thorpe Primary Academy is the larger school with 447 students compared with 343.
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 Nova Primary Academy better than Thorpe Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Nova Primary Academy ranks higher (43.8 vs 40.3 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 Nova Primary Academy and Thorpe Primary Academy?
About 619 m in a straight line, between Peterborough and Peterborough in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Nova Primary Academy: 343. Thorpe Primary Academy: 447. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Nova Primary Academy and Thorpe Primary Academy rank in East of England?
Nova Primary Academy is 1127th of 1,872 and Thorpe Primary Academy is 1232nd of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).