Fulwood Academy vs Notre Dame Catholic Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 44 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fulwood Academy
Preston · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
973 students
Notre Dame Catholic Academy
Liverpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
968 students
| Measure | Fulwood Academy Preston, North West | Notre Dame Catholic Academy Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #366 of 536 | #504 of 536 |
| National rank | #3024 of 4,090 | #3912 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 973 | 968 |
| Pupils on roll | 973 | 968 |
| Free school meals | 43% | 51.7% |
| Capacity filled | 97.3% | 92.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.4 | 31.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.7% | 21.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.1% | 35.6% |
| EBacc average points | 3.78 | 2.32 |
| A level points per entry | – | 27.0 |
| town | Preston | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.fulwoodacademy.co.uk/ | notredameliverpool.com/ |
The verdict
- •Fulwood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (28.8 vs 11.6).
- •Fulwood Academy is the larger school with 973 students compared with 968.
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 Fulwood Academy better than Notre Dame Catholic Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Fulwood Academy ranks higher (28.8 vs 11.6 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 Fulwood Academy and Notre Dame Catholic Academy?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Preston and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fulwood Academy: 973. Notre Dame Catholic Academy: 968. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fulwood Academy and Notre Dame Catholic Academy rank in North West?
Fulwood Academy is 366th of 536 and Notre Dame Catholic Academy is 504th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).