Barnehurst Junior School vs Bursted Wood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 617 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnehurst Junior School
Erith · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
240 students
Bursted Wood Primary School
Bexleyheath · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
621 students
| Measure | Barnehurst Junior School Erith, London | Bursted Wood Primary School Bexleyheath, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 48 Lower 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1231 of 1,720 | #297 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #8355 of 15,697 | #1785 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 240 | 621 |
| Pupils on roll | 240 | 621 |
| Free school meals | 17.1% | 6.3% |
| Capacity filled | 100% | 98.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 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
- •Bursted Wood Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.5 vs 48.3).
- •Bursted Wood Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 60%).
- •Bursted Wood Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (20% vs 8%).
- •Bursted Wood Primary School is the larger school with 621 students compared with 240.
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 Junior School better than Bursted Wood Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Bursted Wood Primary School ranks higher (82.5 vs 48.3 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 Junior School and Bursted Wood Primary School?
About 617 m in a straight line, between Erith and Bexleyheath in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Barnehurst Junior School: 240. Bursted Wood Primary School: 621. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Barnehurst Junior School and Bursted Wood Primary School rank in London?
Barnehurst Junior School is 1231st of 1,720 and Bursted Wood Primary School is 297th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).