Alpha Preparatory School vs Norbury School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 410 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpha Preparatory School
Harrow · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
110 students
Norbury School
Harrow · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
641 students
| Measure | Alpha Preparatory School Harrow, London | Norbury School Harrow, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1386 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #10122 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 110 | 641 |
| Pupils on roll | 110 | 641 |
| Free school meals | – | 17.4% |
| Capacity filled | 62.9% | 100.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| 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 | Harrow | Harrow |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.alpha.harrow.sch.uk | www.norbury.harrow.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Norbury School is the larger school with 641 students compared with 110.
- •Alpha Preparatory School is a independent school while Norbury School is a local authority 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 Alpha Preparatory School better than Norbury 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 Alpha Preparatory School and Norbury School?
About 410 m in a straight line, between Harrow and Harrow in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alpha Preparatory School: 110. Norbury School: 641. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alpha Preparatory School and Norbury School rank in London?
Alpha Preparatory School is unranked and Norbury School is 1386th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).