Brentnall Academy vs Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 34 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brentnall Academy
Salford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
184 students
Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School
Preston · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
184 students
| Measure | Brentnall Academy Salford, North West | Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School Preston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #832 of 2,286 | #60 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #6949 of 15,697 | #489 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 184 | 184 |
| Pupils on roll | 184 | 184 |
| Free school meals | 52.7% | 6% |
| Capacity filled | 69.2% | 87.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| 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 | Salford | Preston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.brentnallacademy.org.uk/ | www.bgl.lancs.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (93.0 vs 54.7).
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 Brentnall Academy better than Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School ranks higher (93.0 vs 54.7 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 Brentnall Academy and Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Salford and Preston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Brentnall Academy: 184. Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School: 184. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Brentnall Academy and Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School rank in North West?
Brentnall Academy is 832nd of 2,286 and Brindle Gregson Lane Primary School is 60th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).