Manchester Communication Primary Academy vs Pendle Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 35 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Communication Primary Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
414 students
Pendle Primary Academy
Nelson · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
415 students
| Measure | Manchester Communication Primary Academy Manchester, North West | Pendle Primary Academy Nelson, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1199 of 2,286 | #1232 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #9425 of 15,697 | #9616 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 414 | 415 |
| Pupils on roll | 414 | 415 |
| Free school meals | 69.6% | 30.6% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 98.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 5% |
| 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 | Manchester | Nelson |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.mcpacademy.co.uk/ | www.pendleprimaryacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (43.4 vs 42.5).
- •Manchester Communication Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (65% vs 64%).
- •Manchester Communication Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 5%).
- •Pendle Primary Academy is the larger school with 415 students compared with 414.
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 Manchester Communication Primary Academy better than Pendle Primary Academy?
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 Manchester Communication Primary Academy and Pendle Primary Academy?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Nelson in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Manchester Communication Primary Academy: 414. Pendle Primary Academy: 415. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Manchester Communication Primary Academy and Pendle Primary Academy rank in North West?
Manchester Communication Primary Academy is 1199th of 2,286 and Pendle Primary Academy is 1232nd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).