Knowsley Junior School vs Springhead Infant and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 370 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knowsley Junior School
Oldham · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
216 students
Springhead Infant and Nursery School
Oldham · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
150 students
| Measure | Knowsley Junior School Oldham, North West | Springhead Infant and Nursery School Oldham, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 47 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1096 of 2,286 | #733 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #8714 of 15,697 | #6078 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 216 | 150 |
| Pupils on roll | 216 | 150 |
| Free school meals | 32.4% | 17.3% |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 72.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 64% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| 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 | Oldham | Oldham |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.knowsleyjunior.co.uk | www.springhead.oldham.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Springhead Infant and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.9 vs 46.8).
- •Knowsley Junior School is the larger school with 216 students compared with 150.
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 Knowsley Junior School better than Springhead Infant and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Springhead Infant and Nursery School ranks higher (58.9 vs 46.8 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 Knowsley Junior School and Springhead Infant and Nursery School?
About 370 m in a straight line, between Oldham and Oldham in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Knowsley Junior School: 216. Springhead Infant and Nursery School: 150. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Knowsley Junior School and Springhead Infant and Nursery School rank in North West?
Knowsley Junior School is 1096th of 2,286 and Springhead Infant and Nursery School is 733rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).