Barnehurst Infant School vs Bursted Wood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 673 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnehurst Infant School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 3–7
218 students
Bursted Wood Primary School
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
621 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Infant School Erith, London | Bursted Wood Primary School Bexleyheath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #272 of 1,720 | #297 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1679 of 15,697 | #1785 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 218 | 621 |
| Pupils on roll | 218 | 621 |
| Free school meals | 9.4% | 6.3% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 20% |
| 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 | Erith | Bexleyheath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk | www.burstedwoodprimary.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (83.1 vs 82.5).
- •Bursted Wood Primary School is the larger school with 621 students compared with 218.
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 Barnehurst Infant School better than Bursted Wood 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 Barnehurst Infant School and Bursted Wood Primary School?
About 673 m in a straight line, between Erith and Bexleyheath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Infant School: 218. Bursted Wood Primary School: 621. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Infant School and Bursted Wood Primary School rank in London?
Barnehurst Infant School is 272nd of 1,720 and Bursted Wood Primary School is 297th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).