Baring Primary School vs Colfe's School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 835 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baring Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
193 students
Colfe's School
London · Independent all-through · Ages 3–19
1,325 students
| Measure | Baring Primary School London, London | Colfe's School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1528 of 1,720 | #443 of 640 |
| National rank | #11920 of 15,697 | #2472 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–19 |
| Students | 193 | 1,325 |
| Pupils on roll | 193 | 1,325 |
| Free school meals | 24.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 80.4% | 94.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 54% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 42.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 0% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.12 |
| A level points per entry | – | 48.6 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.baring.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.colfes.com |
The verdict
- •Colfe's School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.7 vs 31.5).
- •Colfe's School is the larger school with 1,325 students compared with 193.
- •Baring Primary School is a local authority school while Colfe's School is a independent 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 Baring Primary School better than Colfe's School?
On the Success Index (England), Colfe's School ranks higher (39.7 vs 31.5 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 Baring Primary School and Colfe's School?
About 835 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Baring Primary School: 193. Colfe's School: 1,325. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Baring Primary School and Colfe's School rank in London?
Baring Primary School is 1528th of 1,720 and Colfe's School is 443rd of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).