AIM Academy North London vs Heron Hall Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in London, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
AIM Academy North London
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
630 students
Heron Hall Academy
Enfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,161 students
| Measure | AIM Academy North London London, London | Heron Hall Academy Enfield, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #614 of 640 | #582 of 640 |
| National rank | #3852 of 4,090 | #3566 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 630 | 1,161 |
| Pupils on roll | 630 | 1,161 |
| Free school meals | 46.5% | 56.8% |
| Capacity filled | 56.5% | 82.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 35.3 | 39.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 22.1% | 31.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 44.2% | 52.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.54 | 3.39 |
| A level points per entry | 21.8 | 24.1 |
| town | London | Enfield |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.aimnorthlondon.org.uk | www.heronhallacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Heron Hall Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (19.7 vs 13.6).
- •Heron Hall Academy is the larger school with 1,161 students compared with 630.
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 AIM Academy North London better than Heron Hall Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Heron Hall Academy ranks higher (19.7 vs 13.6 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 AIM Academy North London and Heron Hall Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between London and Enfield in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
AIM Academy North London: 630. Heron Hall Academy: 1,161. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do AIM Academy North London and Heron Hall Academy rank in London?
AIM Academy North London is 614th of 640 and Heron Hall Academy is 582nd of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).