Thomlinson Junior School vs Wigton Nursery and Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 338 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thomlinson Junior School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
227 students
Wigton Nursery and Infant School
Wigton · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
165 students
| Measure | Thomlinson Junior School Wigton, North West | Wigton Nursery and Infant School Wigton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1662 of 2,286 | #497 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #12490 of 15,697 | #4239 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 227 | 165 |
| Pupils on roll | 227 | 165 |
| Free school meals | 15.4% | 14.1% |
| Capacity filled | 94.6% | 80.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 46% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| 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 | Wigton | Wigton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.thomlinson.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 28.7).
- •Thomlinson Junior School is the larger school with 227 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 Thomlinson Junior School better than Wigton Nursery and Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Wigton Nursery and Infant School ranks higher (68.2 vs 28.7 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 Thomlinson Junior School and Wigton Nursery and Infant School?
About 338 m in a straight line, between Wigton and Wigton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Thomlinson Junior School: 227. Wigton Nursery and Infant School: 165. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Thomlinson Junior School and Wigton Nursery and Infant School rank in North West?
Thomlinson Junior School is 1662nd of 2,286 and Wigton Nursery and Infant School is 497th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).