Allithwaite CofE Primary School vs Arnside National CofE School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 7.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Allithwaite CofE Primary School
Grange-over-Sands · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
109 students
Arnside National CofE School
Carnforth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
95 students
| Measure | Allithwaite CofE Primary School Grange-over-Sands, North West | Arnside National CofE School Carnforth, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 92 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #645 of 2,286 | #73 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #5444 of 15,697 | #575 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 109 | 95 |
| Pupils on roll | 109 | 95 |
| Free school meals | 7.4% | 8.4% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 56.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | 88% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 18% |
| 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 | Grange-over-Sands | Carnforth |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.allithwaite.cumbria.sch.uk | www.arnside.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Arnside National CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (92.1 vs 61.9).
- •Arnside National CofE School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (88% vs 67%).
- •Arnside National CofE School does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 7%).
- •Allithwaite CofE Primary School is the larger school with 109 students compared with 95.
- •Allithwaite CofE Primary School is a local authority school while Arnside National CofE School is a academy 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.
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 Allithwaite CofE Primary School better than Arnside National CofE School?
On the Success Index (England), Arnside National CofE School ranks higher (92.1 vs 61.9 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 Allithwaite CofE Primary School and Arnside National CofE School?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Grange-over-Sands and Carnforth in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Allithwaite CofE Primary School: 109. Arnside National CofE School: 95. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Allithwaite CofE Primary School and Arnside National CofE School rank in North West?
Allithwaite CofE Primary School is 645th of 2,286 and Arnside National CofE School is 73rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).