Bellenden Primary School vs The Villa
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 890 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bellenden Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
221 students
The Villa
London · Independent primary · Ages 2–7
180 students
| Measure | Bellenden Primary School London, London | The Villa London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1212 of 1,720 | – |
| National rank | #8155 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–7 |
| Students | 221 | 180 |
| Pupils on roll | 221 | 180 |
| Free school meals | 47.8% | – |
| Capacity filled | 105.2% | 102.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 70% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bellenden.southwark.sch.uk/ | thevillaschoolandnursery.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Bellenden Primary School is the larger school with 221 students compared with 180.
- •Bellenden Primary School is a local authority school while The Villa is a independent 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 Bellenden Primary School better than The Villa?
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 Bellenden Primary School and The Villa?
About 890 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bellenden Primary School: 221. The Villa: 180. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bellenden Primary School and The Villa rank in London?
Bellenden Primary School is 1212th of 1,720 and The Villa is unranked among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).