South Walney Infant and Nursery School vs St Columba's School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 381 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Walney Infant and Nursery School
Barrow-in-Furness · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
134 students
St Columba's School
Barrow-in-Furness · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
212 students
| Measure | South Walney Infant and Nursery School Barrow-in-Furness, North West | St Columba's School Barrow-in-Furness, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 89 Top 10% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #126 of 2,286 | #1855 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #977 of 15,697 | #13598 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 134 | 212 |
| Pupils on roll | 134 | 212 |
| Free school meals | 7.6% | 8.5% |
| Capacity filled | 55.8% | 88.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 30% |
| 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 | Barrow-in-Furness | Barrow-in-Furness |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.southwalney-inf.cumbria.sch.uk | www.stcolumbas.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •South Walney Infant and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.6 vs 22.6).
- •St Columba's School is the larger school with 212 students compared with 134.
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 South Walney Infant and Nursery School better than St Columba's School?
On the Success Index (England), South Walney Infant and Nursery School ranks higher (88.6 vs 22.6 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 South Walney Infant and Nursery School and St Columba's School?
About 381 m in a straight line, between Barrow-in-Furness and Barrow-in-Furness in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
South Walney Infant and Nursery School: 134. St Columba's School: 212. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do South Walney Infant and Nursery School and St Columba's School rank in North West?
South Walney Infant and Nursery School is 126th of 2,286 and St Columba's School is 1855th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).