Barlby Primary School vs St Thomas' CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 524 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 Thomas' CofE Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
200 students
| Measure | Barlby Primary School London, London | St Thomas' CofE Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1619 of 1,720 | #1632 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #13379 of 15,697 | #13490 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 338 | 200 |
| Pupils on roll | 338 | 200 |
| Free school meals | 54.9% | 56.3% |
| Capacity filled | 91.4% | 84.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 54% | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 0% |
| 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.stfed.rbkc.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (23.9 vs 23.3).
- •St Thomas' CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (60% vs 54%).
- •Barlby Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (4% vs 0%).
- •Barlby Primary School is the larger school with 338 students compared with 200.
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 Thomas' CofE 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 Barlby Primary School and St Thomas' CofE Primary School?
About 524 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barlby Primary School: 338. St Thomas' CofE Primary School: 200. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barlby Primary School and St Thomas' CofE Primary School rank in London?
Barlby Primary School is 1619th of 1,720 and St Thomas' CofE Primary School is 1632nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).