Lumley Infant and Nursery School vs Swalwell Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 15 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lumley Infant and Nursery School
Chester le Street · Local authority primary · Ages 2–7
139 students
Swalwell Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
141 students
| Measure | Lumley Infant and Nursery School Chester le Street, North East | Swalwell Primary School Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #340 of 811 | #722 of 811 |
| National rank | #6818 of 15,697 | #14450 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–7 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils on roll | 139 | 141 |
| Free school meals | 18.5% | 53.8% |
| Capacity filled | 77.2% | 67.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 54% |
| 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 | Chester le Street | Newcastle-upon-Tyne |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.lumley.durham.sch.uk | www.swalwellprimary.org/ |
The verdict
- •Lumley Infant and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.4 vs 16.9).
- •Swalwell Primary School is the larger school with 141 students compared with 139.
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 Lumley Infant and Nursery School better than Swalwell Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Lumley Infant and Nursery School ranks higher (55.4 vs 16.9 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 Lumley Infant and Nursery School and Swalwell Primary School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Chester le Street and Newcastle-upon-Tyne in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lumley Infant and Nursery School: 139. Swalwell Primary School: 141. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lumley Infant and Nursery School and Swalwell Primary School rank in North East?
Lumley Infant and Nursery School is 340th of 811 and Swalwell Primary School is 722nd of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).