Balgowan Primary School vs Marian Vian Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balgowan Primary School
Beckenham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
632 students
Marian Vian Primary School
Beckenham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
634 students
| Measure | Balgowan Primary School Beckenham, London | Marian Vian Primary School Beckenham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 80 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #364 of 1,720 | #354 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2180 of 15,697 | #2127 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 632 | 634 |
| Pupils on roll | 632 | 634 |
| Free school meals | 4.3% | 18.1% |
| Capacity filled | 96.6% | 100.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | 83% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | 13% |
| 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 | Beckenham | Beckenham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.balgowan.bromley.sch.uk/ | www.marianvianprimaryschool.org |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (79.8 vs 80.2).
- •Marian Vian Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 70%).
- •Balgowan Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (21% vs 13%).
- •Marian Vian Primary School is the larger school with 634 students compared with 632.
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 Balgowan Primary School better than Marian Vian Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Balgowan Primary School and Marian Vian Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Beckenham and Beckenham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Balgowan Primary School: 632. Marian Vian Primary School: 634. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Balgowan Primary School and Marian Vian Primary School rank in London?
Balgowan Primary School is 364th of 1,720 and Marian Vian Primary School is 354th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).