Barlby Primary School vs St Charles Catholic Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 239 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barlby Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
338 students
St Charles Catholic Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
220 students
| Measure | Barlby Primary School London, London | St Charles Catholic Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1619 of 1,720 | #421 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #13379 of 15,697 | #2487 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 338 | 220 |
| Pupils on roll | 338 | 220 |
| Free school meals | 54.9% | 44.9% |
| Capacity filled | 91.4% | 66.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 54% | 89% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 21% |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barlby.rbkc.sch.uk | www.st-charles.rbkc.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Charles Catholic Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (77.9 vs 23.9).
- •St Charles Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (89% vs 54%).
- •St Charles Catholic Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (21% vs 4%).
- •Barlby Primary School is the larger school with 338 students compared with 220.
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 Barlby Primary School better than St Charles Catholic Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Charles Catholic Primary School ranks higher (77.9 vs 23.9 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 Barlby Primary School and St Charles Catholic Primary School?
About 239 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barlby Primary School: 338. St Charles Catholic Primary School: 220. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barlby Primary School and St Charles Catholic Primary School rank in London?
Barlby Primary School is 1619th of 1,720 and St Charles Catholic Primary School is 421st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).