Ark Franklin Primary Academy vs Fern Hill Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Franklin Primary Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
663 students
Fern Hill Primary School
Kingston upon Thames · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
663 students
| Measure | Ark Franklin Primary Academy London, London | Fern Hill Primary School Kingston upon Thames, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 90 Top 10% | 88 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #118 of 1,720 | #169 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #815 of 15,697 | #1107 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 663 | 663 |
| Pupils on roll | 663 | 663 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 8.4% |
| Capacity filled | 105.2% | 97.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 96% | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 35% | 23% |
| 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 | Kingston upon Thames |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.arkfranklinprimary.org | www.fernhillprimary.org |
The verdict
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (89.9 vs 87.5).
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (96% vs 78%).
- •Ark Franklin Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (35% vs 23%).
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 Ark Franklin Primary Academy better than Fern Hill Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Franklin Primary Academy ranks higher (89.9 vs 87.5 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 Ark Franklin Primary Academy and Fern Hill Primary School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between London and Kingston upon Thames in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Franklin Primary Academy: 663. Fern Hill Primary School: 663. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Franklin Primary Academy and Fern Hill Primary School rank in London?
Ark Franklin Primary Academy is 118th of 1,720 and Fern Hill Primary School is 169th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).