Ark Isaac Newton Academy vs St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 600 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
Ilford · Academy all-through · Ages 4–18
1,777 students
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
Ilford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
213 students
| Measure | Ark Isaac Newton Academy Ilford, London | St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 25% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #85 of 640 | #1527 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #415 of 4,090 | #11894 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,777 | 213 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,777 | 213 |
| Free school meals | 34.3% | 36.9% |
| Capacity filled | 98.7% | 50.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 92% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 32% | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 56.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 64.6% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 84.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.38 | – |
| A level points per entry | 41.7 | – |
| town | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | isaacnewtonacademy.org/ | www.staidansacademy.org/ |
The verdict
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.6 vs 31.7).
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (92% vs 58%).
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (32% vs 4%).
- •Ark Isaac Newton Academy is the larger school with 1,777 students compared with 213.
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 Isaac Newton Academy better than St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Ark Isaac Newton Academy ranks higher (85.6 vs 31.7 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 Isaac Newton Academy and St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy?
About 600 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy: 1,777. St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy: 213. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Isaac Newton Academy and St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy rank in London?
Ark Isaac Newton Academy is 85th of 640 and St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy is 1527th of 1,720 among all-through schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).