Polam School vs Priory Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 341 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Polam School
Bedford · Independent primary · Ages 1–9
99 students
Priory Primary School
Bedford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
214 students
| Measure | Polam School Bedford, East of England | Priory Primary School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1670 of 1,872 |
| National rank | – | #13923 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 1–9 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 99 | 214 |
| Pupils on roll | 99 | 214 |
| Free school meals | – | 26.2% |
| Capacity filled | 47.8% | 103.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 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 | Bedford | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.polamschool.co.uk | www.prioryprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Priory Primary School is the larger school with 214 students compared with 99.
- •Polam School is a independent school while Priory Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Polam School better than Priory Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Polam School and Priory Primary School?
About 341 m in a straight line, between Bedford and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Polam School: 99. Priory Primary School: 214. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Polam School and Priory Primary School rank in East of England?
Polam School is unranked and Priory Primary School is 1670th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).