Aston by Sutton Primary School vs Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aston by Sutton Primary School
Runcorn · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
91 students
Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery
Ormskirk · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
90 students
| Measure | Aston by Sutton Primary School Runcorn, North West | Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery Ormskirk, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1205 of 2,286 | #2071 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #9453 of 15,697 | #14714 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 91 | 90 |
| Pupils on roll | 91 | 90 |
| Free school meals | 12.1% | 30% |
| Capacity filled | 86.7% | 85.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 43% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 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 | Runcorn | Ormskirk |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.aston.cheshire.sch.uk | www.bickerstaffe.lancsngfl.ac.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Aston by Sutton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.2 vs 14.8).
- •Aston by Sutton Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (56% vs 43%).
- •Aston by Sutton Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 0%).
- •Aston by Sutton Primary School is the larger school with 91 students compared with 90.
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 Aston by Sutton Primary School better than Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery?
On the Success Index (England), Aston by Sutton Primary School ranks higher (43.2 vs 14.8 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 Aston by Sutton Primary School and Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Runcorn and Ormskirk in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aston by Sutton Primary School: 91. Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery: 90. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aston by Sutton Primary School and Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery rank in North West?
Aston by Sutton Primary School is 1205th of 2,286 and Bickerstaffe CofE Primary School and Nursery is 2071st of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).