Arts and Media School Islington vs Pooles Park Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 343 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts and Media School Islington
London · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
577 students
Pooles Park Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
184 students
| Measure | Arts and Media School Islington London, London | Pooles Park Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #606 of 640 | #1713 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #3730 of 4,090 | #15306 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 577 | 184 |
| Pupils on roll | 577 | 184 |
| Free school meals | 67% | 49.5% |
| Capacity filled | 83.6% | 76.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 27.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 49.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.25 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.artsandmedia.islington.sch.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Arts and Media School Islington scores higher on the Success Index (England) (16.9 vs 9.4).
- •Arts and Media School Islington is the larger school with 577 students compared with 184.
- •Arts and Media School Islington is a local authority school while Pooles Park Primary School is a academy 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 Arts and Media School Islington better than Pooles Park Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Arts and Media School Islington ranks higher (16.9 vs 9.4 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 Arts and Media School Islington and Pooles Park Primary School?
About 343 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arts and Media School Islington: 577. Pooles Park Primary School: 184. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arts and Media School Islington and Pooles Park Primary School rank in London?
Arts and Media School Islington is 606th of 640 and Pooles Park Primary School is 1713th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).