Hunter Hall School vs North Lakes School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.9 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hunter Hall School
Penrith · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
80 students
North Lakes School
Penrith · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
161 students
| Measure | Hunter Hall School Penrith, North West | North Lakes School Penrith, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 12 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #2123 of 2,286 |
| National rank | – | #15009 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 80 | 161 |
| Pupils on roll | 80 | 161 |
| Free school meals | – | 32.9% |
| Capacity filled | 57.1% | 70.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 39% |
| 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 | Penrith | Penrith |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.hunterhall.co.uk | www.northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •North Lakes School is the larger school with 161 students compared with 80.
- •Hunter Hall School is a independent school while North Lakes School is a local authority 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 Hunter Hall School better than North Lakes 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 Hunter Hall School and North Lakes School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Penrith and Penrith in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hunter Hall School: 80. North Lakes School: 161. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hunter Hall School and North Lakes School rank in North West?
Hunter Hall School is unranked and North Lakes School is 2123rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).