Barnehurst Infant School vs Fairford Academy Barnehurst
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 678 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
Fairford Academy Barnehurst
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
452 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Infant School Erith, London | Fairford Academy Barnehurst Bexleyheath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #272 of 1,720 | #1484 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1679 of 15,697 | #11266 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 218 | 452 |
| Pupils on roll | 218 | 452 |
| Free school meals | 9.4% | 39.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 71.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| 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 | Erith | Bexleyheath |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk | www.fairfordacademy.org/ |
The verdict
- •Barnehurst Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.1 vs 34.8).
- •Fairford Academy Barnehurst is the larger school with 452 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 Fairford Academy Barnehurst?
On the Success Index (England), Barnehurst Infant School ranks higher (83.1 vs 34.8 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 Barnehurst Infant School and Fairford Academy Barnehurst?
About 678 m in a straight line, between Erith and Bexleyheath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Infant School: 218. Fairford Academy Barnehurst: 452. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Infant School and Fairford Academy Barnehurst rank in London?
Barnehurst Infant School is 272nd of 1,720 and Fairford Academy Barnehurst is 1484th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).