Ambleside CofE Primary School vs Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 79 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ambleside CofE Primary School
Ambleside · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
52 students
Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Burnley · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
53 students
| Measure | Ambleside CofE Primary School Ambleside, North West | Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School Burnley, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 52 | 53 |
| Pupils on roll | 52 | 53 |
| Free school meals | 21.2% | 13.2% |
| Capacity filled | 37.1% | 94.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 25% | 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 | Ambleside | Burnley |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.ambleside.cumbria.sch.uk | www.stmarysnewchurch.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Ambleside CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.6 vs 64.0).
- •Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 75%).
- •Ambleside CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (25% vs 0%).
- •Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is the larger school with 53 students compared with 52.
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 Ambleside CofE Primary School better than Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Ambleside CofE Primary School ranks higher (76.6 vs 64.0 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 Ambleside CofE Primary School and Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between Ambleside and Burnley in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ambleside CofE Primary School: 52. Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School: 53. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ambleside CofE Primary School and Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School rank in North West?
Ambleside CofE Primary School is unranked and Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).