Bessemer Grange Primary School vs Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 732 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bessemer Grange Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
515 students
Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 4–7
265 students
| Measure | Bessemer Grange Primary School London, London | Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 78 Top 25% | 89 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #425 of 1,720 | #141 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2500 of 15,697 | #928 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–7 |
| Students | 515 | 265 |
| Pupils on roll | 515 | 265 |
| Free school meals | 26.8% | 7.5% |
| Capacity filled | 74.6% | 98.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 28% | – |
| 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.thegemfederation.co.uk/bessemer-primary | www.dulwichvillageinfants.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.9 vs 77.8).
- •Bessemer Grange Primary School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 265.
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 Bessemer Grange Primary School better than Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School?
On the Success Index (England), Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School ranks higher (88.9 vs 77.8 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 Bessemer Grange Primary School and Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School?
About 732 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bessemer Grange Primary School: 515. Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School: 265. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bessemer Grange Primary School and Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School rank in London?
Bessemer Grange Primary School is 425th of 1,720 and Dulwich Village Church of England Infants' School is 141st of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).