Laughton Junior and Infant School vs Thurcroft Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 2.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laughton Junior and Infant School
Sheffield · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
188 students
Thurcroft Infant School
ROTHERHAM · Academy primary · Ages 3–7
232 students
| Measure | Laughton Junior and Infant School Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber | Thurcroft Infant School ROTHERHAM, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1103 of 1,636 | #1262 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #11222 of 15,697 | #12701 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 188 | 232 |
| Pupils on roll | 188 | 232 |
| Free school meals | 13.3% | 32.9% |
| Capacity filled | 79.7% | 96.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | – |
| 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 | Sheffield | ROTHERHAM |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.laughtonjandi.co.uk | www.thurcroftinfants.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Laughton Junior and Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (35.1 vs 27.6).
- •Thurcroft Infant School is the larger school with 232 students compared with 188.
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 Laughton Junior and Infant School better than Thurcroft Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Laughton Junior and Infant School ranks higher (35.1 vs 27.6 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 Laughton Junior and Infant School and Thurcroft Infant School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Sheffield and ROTHERHAM in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Laughton Junior and Infant School: 188. Thurcroft Infant School: 232. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Laughton Junior and Infant School and Thurcroft Infant School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Laughton Junior and Infant School is 1103rd of 1,636 and Thurcroft Infant School is 1262nd of 1,636 among primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).