Northfold Community Primary School vs Thornton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northfold Community Primary School
Thornton-Cleveleys · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
209 students
Thornton Primary School
Thornton-Cleveleys · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
149 students
| Measure | Northfold Community Primary School Thornton-Cleveleys, North West | Thornton Primary School Thornton-Cleveleys, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1518 of 2,286 | #1405 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #11638 of 15,697 | #10913 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 209 | 149 |
| Pupils on roll | 209 | 149 |
| Free school meals | 18.3% | 38.9% |
| Capacity filled | 99.5% | 85.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 59% | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 20% |
| 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 | Thornton-Cleveleys | Thornton-Cleveleys |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.northfold.lancs.sch.uk | www.thorntonprimary.lancs.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Thornton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (36.6 vs 33.0).
- •Northfold Community Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (59% vs 45%).
- •Thornton Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (20% vs 0%).
- •Northfold Community Primary School is the larger school with 209 students compared with 149.
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 Northfold Community Primary School better than Thornton Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Thornton Primary School ranks higher (36.6 vs 33.0 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 Northfold Community Primary School and Thornton Primary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Thornton-Cleveleys and Thornton-Cleveleys in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northfold Community Primary School: 209. Thornton Primary School: 149. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northfold Community Primary School and Thornton Primary School rank in North West?
Northfold Community Primary School is 1518th of 2,286 and Thornton Primary School is 1405th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).