Branton Primary School and Nursery vs Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 100 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branton Primary School and Nursery
Alnwick · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
39 students
Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool
Darlington · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
42 students
| Measure | Branton Primary School and Nursery Alnwick, North East | Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool Darlington, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 39 | 42 |
| Pupils on roll | 39 | 42 |
| Free school meals | 12.8% | 20% |
| Capacity filled | 92.9% | 42% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 17% |
| 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 | Alnwick | Darlington |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.branton.northumberland.sch.uk/ | www.gainfordcofeprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Branton Primary School and Nursery scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.2 vs 64.3).
- •Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool is the larger school with 42 students compared with 39.
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 Branton Primary School and Nursery better than Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool?
On the Success Index (England), Branton Primary School and Nursery ranks higher (72.2 vs 64.3 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 Branton Primary School and Nursery and Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Alnwick and Darlington in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Branton Primary School and Nursery: 39. Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool: 42. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Branton Primary School and Nursery and Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool rank in North East?
Branton Primary School and Nursery is unranked and Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool is unranked among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).