Al-Khair School vs The Academy School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 20 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Al-Khair School
Croydon · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
91 students
The Academy School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 6–14
91 students
| Measure | Al-Khair School Croydon, London | The Academy School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #540 of 640 | – |
| National rank | #3300 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 6–14 |
| Students | 91 | 91 |
| Pupils on roll | 91 | 91 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.7% | 95.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 35.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 36.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.01 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Croydon | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | alkhairschool.org.uk | www.academyschoolhampstead.com/ |
The verdict
- •Al-Khair School is boys and The Academy School is co-educational.
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 Al-Khair School better than The Academy 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 Al-Khair School and The Academy School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Croydon and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Al-Khair School: 91. The Academy School: 91. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Al-Khair School and The Academy School rank in London?
Al-Khair School is 540th of 640 and The Academy School is unranked among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).