Atwood Primary School vs Riddlesdown Collegiate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 957 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atwood Primary School
South Croydon · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
447 students
Riddlesdown Collegiate
Purley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
2,074 students
| Measure | Atwood Primary School South Croydon, London | Riddlesdown Collegiate Purley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #756 of 1,720 | #155 of 640 |
| National rank | #4468 of 15,697 | #717 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 447 | 2,074 |
| Pupils on roll | 447 | 2,074 |
| Free school meals | 4.7% | 13.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94.7% | 101.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 76% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 50.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 55% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 75.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.52 |
| A level points per entry | – | 37.9 |
| town | South Croydon | Purley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.pegasusacademytrust.org/atwood-primary-school | www.riddlesdown.org |
The verdict
- •Riddlesdown Collegiate scores higher on the Success Index (England) (77.0 vs 67.0).
- •Riddlesdown Collegiate is the larger school with 2,074 students compared with 447.
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 Atwood Primary School better than Riddlesdown Collegiate?
On the Success Index (England), Riddlesdown Collegiate ranks higher (77.0 vs 67.0 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 Atwood Primary School and Riddlesdown Collegiate?
About 957 m in a straight line, between South Croydon and Purley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Atwood Primary School: 447. Riddlesdown Collegiate: 2,074. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Atwood Primary School and Riddlesdown Collegiate rank in London?
Atwood Primary School is 756th of 1,720 and Riddlesdown Collegiate is 155th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).