Barnehurst Infant School vs Leigh Academy Bexley
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 610 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
Leigh Academy Bexley
Erith · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
873 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Infant School Erith, London | Leigh Academy Bexley Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #272 of 1,720 | #590 of 640 |
| National rank | #1679 of 15,697 | #3619 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 218 | 873 |
| Pupils on roll | 218 | 873 |
| Free school meals | 9.4% | 42.3% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 42.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 35.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 26.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 43.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.96 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.4 |
| town | Erith | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk | leighacademybexley.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Barnehurst Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.1 vs 19.0).
- •Leigh Academy Bexley is the larger school with 873 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 Leigh Academy Bexley?
On the Success Index (England), Barnehurst Infant School ranks higher (83.1 vs 19.0 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 Leigh Academy Bexley?
About 610 m in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Infant School: 218. Leigh Academy Bexley: 873. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Infant School and Leigh Academy Bexley rank in London?
Barnehurst Infant School is 272nd of 1,720 and Leigh Academy Bexley is 590th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).