Barley Lane Primary School vs Eastcourt Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 413 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barley Lane Primary School
Romford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
840 students
Eastcourt Independent School
Ilford · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
107 students
| Measure | Barley Lane Primary School Romford, London | Eastcourt Independent School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1096 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #7181 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 840 | 107 |
| Pupils on roll | 840 | 107 |
| Free school meals | 28.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 108.5% | 31.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| 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 | Romford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barleylane.redbridge.sch.uk/ | www.eastcourtschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Barley Lane Primary School is the larger school with 840 students compared with 107.
- •Barley Lane Primary School is a local authority school while Eastcourt Independent 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 Barley Lane Primary School better than Eastcourt Independent 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 Barley Lane Primary School and Eastcourt Independent School?
About 413 m in a straight line, between Romford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barley Lane Primary School: 840. Eastcourt Independent School: 107. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barley Lane Primary School and Eastcourt Independent School rank in London?
Barley Lane Primary School is 1096th of 1,720 and Eastcourt Independent School is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).