Bessemer Grange Primary School vs Judith Kerr Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 769 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
Judith Kerr Primary School
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
409 students
| Measure | Bessemer Grange Primary School London, London | Judith Kerr Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 78 Top 25% | 96 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #425 of 1,720 | #32 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #2500 of 15,697 | #234 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 515 | 409 |
| Pupils on roll | 515 | 409 |
| Free school meals | 26.8% | 3.4% |
| Capacity filled | 74.6% | 104.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 86% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 28% | 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 | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.thegemfederation.co.uk/bessemer-primary | www.judithkerr.anthemtrust.uk |
The verdict
- •Judith Kerr Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (96.0 vs 77.8).
- •Judith Kerr Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (86% vs 78%).
- •Bessemer Grange Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (28% vs 27%).
- •Bessemer Grange Primary School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 409.
- •Bessemer Grange Primary School is a local authority school while Judith Kerr Primary School is a academy 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 Bessemer Grange Primary School better than Judith Kerr Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Judith Kerr Primary School ranks higher (96.0 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 Judith Kerr Primary School?
About 769 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bessemer Grange Primary School: 515. Judith Kerr Primary School: 409. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bessemer Grange Primary School and Judith Kerr Primary School rank in London?
Bessemer Grange Primary School is 425th of 1,720 and Judith Kerr Primary School is 32nd of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).