Abacus Belsize Primary School vs Richard Cobden Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 445 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abacus Belsize Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
168 students
Richard Cobden Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
379 students
| Measure | Abacus Belsize Primary School London, London | Richard Cobden Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 88 Top 10% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #154 of 1,720 | #1087 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1020 of 15,697 | #7067 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 168 | 379 |
| Pupils on roll | 168 | 379 |
| Free school meals | 16.1% | 59.4% |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 90.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 84% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 32% | 5% |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.abacus-cfbt.org | www.rcobden.camden.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Abacus Belsize Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.1 vs 54.2).
- •Abacus Belsize Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (84% vs 78%).
- •Abacus Belsize Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (32% vs 5%).
- •Richard Cobden Primary School is the larger school with 379 students compared with 168.
- •Abacus Belsize Primary School is a academy school while Richard Cobden Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Abacus Belsize Primary School better than Richard Cobden Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Abacus Belsize Primary School ranks higher (88.1 vs 54.2 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 Abacus Belsize Primary School and Richard Cobden Primary School?
About 445 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Abacus Belsize Primary School: 168. Richard Cobden Primary School: 379. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Abacus Belsize Primary School and Richard Cobden Primary School rank in London?
Abacus Belsize Primary School is 154th of 1,720 and Richard Cobden Primary School is 1087th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).