Alpha Preparatory School vs The Rowans School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 20 km 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
The Rowans School
London · Independent primary · Ages 3–7
110 students
| Measure | Alpha Preparatory School Harrow, London | The Rowans School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 110 | 110 |
| Pupils on roll | 110 | 110 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 62.9% | 78.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.alpha.harrow.sch.uk | www.rowans.org.uk |
The verdict
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 The Rowans 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 The Rowans School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Harrow and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alpha Preparatory School: 110. The Rowans School: 110. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alpha Preparatory School and The Rowans School rank in London?
Alpha Preparatory School is unranked and The Rowans School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).