The Nelson Thomlinson School vs Wiggonby CofE School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 6.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Nelson Thomlinson School
Wigton · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,095 students
Wiggonby CofE School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
61 students
| Measure | The Nelson Thomlinson School Wigton, North West | Wiggonby CofE School Wigton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 82 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #169 of 536 | #235 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #1463 of 4,090 | #1840 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,095 | 61 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,095 | 61 |
| Free school meals | 14.2% | 1.7% |
| Capacity filled | – | 84.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 13% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 46.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.04 | – |
| A level points per entry | 31.4 | – |
| town | Wigton | Wigton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | nts.cumbria.sch.uk/ | www.wiggonby.cumbria.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Wiggonby CofE School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.2 vs 60.4).
- •The Nelson Thomlinson School is the larger school with 1,095 students compared with 61.
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 The Nelson Thomlinson School better than Wiggonby CofE School?
On the Success Index (England), Wiggonby CofE School ranks higher (82.2 vs 60.4 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 The Nelson Thomlinson School and Wiggonby CofE School?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Wigton and Wigton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Nelson Thomlinson School: 1,095. Wiggonby CofE School: 61. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Nelson Thomlinson School and Wiggonby CofE School rank in North West?
The Nelson Thomlinson School is 169th of 536 and Wiggonby CofE School is 235th of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).