Barnehurst Infant School vs Peareswood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.4 km 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
Peareswood Primary School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
418 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Infant School Erith, London | Peareswood Primary School Erith, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #272 of 1,720 | #761 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #1679 of 15,697 | #4499 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–7 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 218 | 418 |
| Pupils on roll | 218 | 418 |
| Free school meals | 9.4% | 46.5% |
| Capacity filled | 94% | 88.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 85% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 9% |
| 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 | Erith |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk | www.peareswoodprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Barnehurst Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.1 vs 66.9).
- •Peareswood Primary School is the larger school with 418 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 Peareswood Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Barnehurst Infant School ranks higher (83.1 vs 66.9 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 Peareswood Primary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Erith and Erith in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Infant School: 218. Peareswood Primary School: 418. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Infant School and Peareswood Primary School rank in London?
Barnehurst Infant School is 272nd of 1,720 and Peareswood Primary School is 761st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).