Beehive Preparatory School vs Gearies Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 857 m 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
Gearies Primary School
Ilford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
884 students
| Measure | Beehive Preparatory School Ilford, London | Gearies Primary School Ilford, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 85 Top 10% |
| Region rank | – | #218 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #1371 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 44 | 884 |
| Pupils on roll | 44 | 884 |
| Free school meals | – | 12.5% |
| Capacity filled | 48.4% | 97.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 78% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 27% |
| 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.geariesprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Gearies Primary School is the larger school with 884 students compared with 44.
- •Beehive Preparatory School is a independent school while Gearies 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 Gearies 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 Gearies Primary School?
About 857 m in a straight line, between Ilford and Ilford in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beehive Preparatory School: 44. Gearies Primary School: 884. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beehive Preparatory School and Gearies Primary School rank in London?
Beehive Preparatory School is unranked and Gearies Primary School is 218th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).