New Penshaw Academy vs South Stanley Infant and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 13 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Penshaw Academy
Houghton le Spring · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
112 students
South Stanley Infant and Nursery School
Stanley · Academy primary · Ages 2–7
113 students
| Measure | New Penshaw Academy Houghton le Spring, North East | South Stanley Infant and Nursery School Stanley, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #667 of 811 | #795 of 811 |
| National rank | #13411 of 15,697 | #15513 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–7 |
| Students | 112 | 113 |
| Pupils on roll | 112 | 113 |
| Free school meals | 40.6% | 53.3% |
| Capacity filled | 46.7% | 62.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | – |
| 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 | Houghton le Spring | Stanley |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.newpenshawacademy.co.uk | www.southstanleyinfants.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •New Penshaw Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (23.8 vs 6.7).
- •South Stanley Infant and Nursery School is the larger school with 113 students compared with 112.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is New Penshaw Academy better than South Stanley Infant and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), New Penshaw Academy ranks higher (23.8 vs 6.7 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 New Penshaw Academy and South Stanley Infant and Nursery School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Houghton le Spring and Stanley in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
New Penshaw Academy: 112. South Stanley Infant and Nursery School: 113. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do New Penshaw Academy and South Stanley Infant and Nursery School rank in North East?
New Penshaw Academy is 667th of 811 and South Stanley Infant and Nursery School is 795th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).