Blackford CofE Primary School vs Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 4.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackford CofE Primary School
Carlisle · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
60 students
Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School
Carlisle · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
312 students
| Measure | Blackford CofE Primary School Carlisle, North West | Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School Carlisle, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 15 Lower 50% | 88 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #2064 of 2,286 | #128 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #14690 of 15,697 | #1001 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 60 | 312 |
| Pupils on roll | 60 | 312 |
| Free school meals | 18.4% | 7.7% |
| Capacity filled | 107.1% | 96.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 13% | – |
| 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 | Carlisle | Carlisle |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.blackford-school.co.uk/ | www.kingmoorinfants.com |
The verdict
- •Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.3 vs 15.0).
- •Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School is the larger school with 312 students compared with 60.
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 Blackford CofE Primary School better than Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School ranks higher (88.3 vs 15.0 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 Blackford CofE Primary School and Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Carlisle in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Blackford CofE Primary School: 60. Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School: 312. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Blackford CofE Primary School and Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School rank in North West?
Blackford CofE Primary School is 2064th of 2,286 and Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School is 128th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).