Bales College vs Wilberforce Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 621 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bales College
London · Independent secondary · Ages 11–20
77 students
Wilberforce Primary
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
157 students
| Measure | Bales College London, London | Wilberforce Primary London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 4 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #632 of 640 | #811 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4053 of 4,090 | #4859 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–20 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 77 | 157 |
| Pupils on roll | 77 | 157 |
| Free school meals | – | 50.6% |
| Capacity filled | 62.6% | 66.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 10.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| EBacc average points | 0.78 | – |
| A level points per entry | 22.9 | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.balescollege.co.uk | wilberforceprimary.org |
The verdict
- •Wilberforce Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.0 vs 3.7).
- •Wilberforce Primary is the larger school with 157 students compared with 77.
- •Bales College is a independent school while Wilberforce Primary 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Bales College better than Wilberforce Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Wilberforce Primary ranks higher (65.0 vs 3.7 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 Bales College and Wilberforce Primary?
About 621 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bales College: 77. Wilberforce Primary: 157. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bales College and Wilberforce Primary rank in London?
Bales College is 632nd of 640 and Wilberforce Primary is 811th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).