Leigh Academy Molehill vs Loose Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leigh Academy Molehill
Maidstone · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
312 students
Loose Primary School
Maidstone · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
662 students
| Measure | Leigh Academy Molehill Maidstone, South East | Loose Primary School Maidstone, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 79 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #425 of 2,471 | #791 of 2,471 |
| National rank | #2248 of 15,697 | #4389 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 312 | 662 |
| Pupils on roll | 312 | 662 |
| Free school meals | 33% | 10.6% |
| Capacity filled | 99% | 101.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 85% | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | 6% |
| 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 | Maidstone | Maidstone |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.leighacademymolehill.org.uk/ | www.loose-primary.kent.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Leigh Academy Molehill scores higher on the Success Index (England) (79.3 vs 67.4).
- •Leigh Academy Molehill does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (85% vs 74%).
- •Leigh Academy Molehill does better on ks2: higher standard (21% vs 6%).
- •Loose Primary School is the larger school with 662 students compared with 312.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Leigh Academy Molehill better than Loose Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Leigh Academy Molehill ranks higher (79.3 vs 67.4 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 Leigh Academy Molehill and Loose Primary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Maidstone and Maidstone in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Leigh Academy Molehill: 312. Loose Primary School: 662. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Leigh Academy Molehill and Loose Primary School rank in South East?
Leigh Academy Molehill is 425th of 2,471 and Loose Primary School is 791st of 2,471 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).