Alexander McLeod Primary School vs Thrive Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander McLeod Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
544 students
Thrive Independent School
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
| Measure | Alexander McLeod Primary School London, London | Thrive Independent School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #894 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #5468 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 544 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 544 | – |
| Free school meals | 37.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 72% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | – |
| 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.alexmcleod.org.uk/ | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander McLeod Primary School is a local authority school while Thrive Independent School is a independent 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 Alexander McLeod Primary School better than Thrive Independent 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 Alexander McLeod Primary School and Thrive Independent School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between London and London in London.
How do Alexander McLeod Primary School and Thrive Independent School rank in London?
Alexander McLeod Primary School is 894th of 1,720 and Thrive Independent School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).