Beaconside CofE Primary School vs Hunter Hall School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beaconside CofE Primary School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
Hunter Hall School
Penrith · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
80 students
| Measure | Beaconside CofE Primary School Penrith, North West | Hunter Hall School Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1601 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #12130 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 445 | 80 |
| Pupils on roll | 445 | 80 |
| Free school meals | 14.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 87.1% | 57.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | – |
| 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 | Penrith | Penrith |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.beaconside.cumbria.sch.uk/home | www.hunterhall.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Beaconside CofE Primary School is the larger school with 445 students compared with 80.
- •Beaconside CofE Primary School is a local authority school while Hunter Hall School is a independent 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Beaconside CofE Primary School better than Hunter Hall School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beaconside CofE Primary School and Hunter Hall School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beaconside CofE Primary School: 445. Hunter Hall School: 80. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beaconside CofE Primary School and Hunter Hall School rank in North West?
Beaconside CofE Primary School is 1601st of 2,286 and Hunter Hall School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).