Aerodrome Primary Academy vs St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 5.1 km 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
St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School
Thornton Heath · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
447 students
| Measure | Aerodrome Primary Academy Croydon, London | St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School Thornton Heath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 59 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #970 of 1,720 | #958 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #6043 of 15,697 | #5973 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 447 | 447 |
| Pupils on roll | 447 | 447 |
| Free school meals | 30.5% | 20.2% |
| Capacity filled | 106.4% | 106.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 71% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 18% | 7% |
| 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 | Thornton Heath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.aerodromeprimary.co.uk | www.stjamesthegreat.org/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (59.0 vs 59.4).
- •St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (71% vs 66%).
- •Aerodrome Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (18% vs 7%).
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 St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Aerodrome Primary Academy and St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Croydon and Thornton Heath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aerodrome Primary Academy: 447. St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School: 447. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aerodrome Primary Academy and St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School rank in London?
Aerodrome Primary Academy is 970th of 1,720 and St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School is 958th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).