Beehive Preparatory School vs Cranbrook Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beehive Preparatory School
Ilford · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
44 students
Cranbrook Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
786 students
| Measure | Beehive Preparatory School Ilford, London | Cranbrook Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 52 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1130 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #7490 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 44 | 786 |
| Pupils on roll | 44 | 786 |
| Free school meals | – | 26% |
| Capacity filled | 48.4% | 83.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 70% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| 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 | Ilford | Ilford |
| region | London | London |
| Website | beehiveprepschool.com | www.cranbrookprimary.redbridge.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Cranbrook Primary School is the larger school with 786 students compared with 44.
- •Beehive Preparatory School is a independent school while Cranbrook Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Beehive Preparatory School better than Cranbrook Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beehive Preparatory School and Cranbrook Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beehive Preparatory School: 44. Cranbrook Primary School: 786. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beehive Preparatory School and Cranbrook Primary School rank in London?
Beehive Preparatory School is unranked and Cranbrook Primary School is 1130th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).