Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery vs St Bega's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 7.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery
Seascale · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
96 students
St Bega's CofE Primary School
Holmrook · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
16 students
| Measure | Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery Seascale, North West | St Bega's CofE Primary School Holmrook, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #491 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #4177 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 96 | 16 |
| Pupils on roll | 96 | 16 |
| Free school meals | 3.1% | 18.8% |
| Capacity filled | 68.6% | 28.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| 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 | Seascale | Holmrook |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk | stbegasprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.5 vs 54.7).
- •Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery is the larger school with 96 students compared with 16.
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 Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery better than St Bega's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery ranks higher (68.5 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 Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery and St Bega's CofE Primary School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Seascale and Holmrook in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery: 96. St Bega's CofE Primary School: 16. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery and St Bega's CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery is 491st of 2,286 and St Bega's CofE Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).