Beecroft Garden Primary vs Prendergast School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 746 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beecroft Garden Primary
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
382 students
Prendergast School
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,052 students
| Measure | Beecroft Garden Primary London, London | Prendergast School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #943 of 1,720 | #80 of 640 |
| National rank | #5853 of 15,697 | #374 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 382 | 1,052 |
| Pupils on roll | 382 | 1,052 |
| Free school meals | 19.6% | 19.6% |
| Capacity filled | 91% | 105.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 64.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 73.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 80.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 6.13 |
| A level points per entry | – | 38.7 |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.beecroftgarden.lewisham.sch.uk/ | www.prendergast-school.com/ |
The verdict
- •Prendergast School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.6 vs 59.9).
- •Prendergast School is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 382.
- •Beecroft Garden Primary is a local authority school while Prendergast School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- •Beecroft Garden Primary is co-educational and Prendergast School is girls.
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 Beecroft Garden Primary better than Prendergast School?
On the Success Index (England), Prendergast School ranks higher (86.6 vs 59.9 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 Beecroft Garden Primary and Prendergast School?
About 746 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beecroft Garden Primary: 382. Prendergast School: 1,052. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beecroft Garden Primary and Prendergast School rank in London?
Beecroft Garden Primary is 943rd of 1,720 and Prendergast School is 80th of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).