The Nelson Thomlinson School vs Wigton Nursery and Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 427 m 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
Wigton Nursery and Infant School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
165 students
| Measure | The Nelson Thomlinson School Wigton, North West | Wigton Nursery and Infant School Wigton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #169 of 536 | #497 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #1463 of 4,090 | #4239 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 1,095 | 165 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,095 | 165 |
| Free school meals | 14.2% | 14.1% |
| Capacity filled | – | 80.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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.wigtoninf.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Wigton Nursery and Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.2 vs 60.4).
- •The Nelson Thomlinson School is the larger school with 1,095 students compared with 165.
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 Wigton Nursery and Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Wigton Nursery and Infant School ranks higher (68.2 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 Wigton Nursery and Infant School?
About 427 m in a straight line, between Wigton and Wigton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Nelson Thomlinson School: 1,095. Wigton Nursery and Infant School: 165. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Nelson Thomlinson School and Wigton Nursery and Infant School rank in North West?
The Nelson Thomlinson School is 169th of 536 and Wigton Nursery and Infant School is 497th of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).