Aerodrome Primary Academy vs Harris Primary Academy Purley Way
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 562 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aerodrome Primary Academy
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
447 students
Harris Primary Academy Purley Way
Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
577 students
| Measure | Aerodrome Primary Academy Croydon, London | Harris Primary Academy Purley Way Croydon, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 59 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #970 of 1,720 | #609 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6043 of 15,697 | #3567 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 447 | 577 |
| Pupils on roll | 447 | 577 |
| Free school meals | 30.5% | 35.4% |
| Capacity filled | 106.4% | 91.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 79% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 15% |
| 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 | Croydon | Croydon |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.aerodromeprimary.co.uk | www.harrisprimarypurleyway.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Harris Primary Academy Purley Way scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.8 vs 59.0).
- •Harris Primary Academy Purley Way does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (79% vs 66%).
- •Aerodrome Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 15%).
- •Harris Primary Academy Purley Way is the larger school with 577 students compared with 447.
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 Aerodrome Primary Academy better than Harris Primary Academy Purley Way?
On the Success Index (England), Harris Primary Academy Purley Way ranks higher (71.8 vs 59.0 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 Aerodrome Primary Academy and Harris Primary Academy Purley Way?
About 562 m in a straight line, between Croydon and Croydon in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aerodrome Primary Academy: 447. Harris Primary Academy Purley Way: 577. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aerodrome Primary Academy and Harris Primary Academy Purley Way rank in London?
Aerodrome Primary Academy is 970th of 1,720 and Harris Primary Academy Purley Way is 609th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).