Big Creative Independent School vs Hillyfield Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 423 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Big Creative Independent School
Walthamstow · Independent secondary · Ages 14–16
9 students
Hillyfield Primary Academy
London · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
1,123 students
| Measure | Big Creative Independent School Walthamstow, London | Hillyfield Primary Academy London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 3 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #468 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #2728 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 14–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 9 | 1,123 |
| Pupils on roll | 9 | 1,123 |
| Free school meals | – | 16.1% |
| Capacity filled | 45% | 156% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 16% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 8.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 9.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 0.42 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Walthamstow | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | – | www.hillyfieldacademy.com/ |
The verdict
- •Hillyfield Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.5 vs 3.2).
- •Hillyfield Primary Academy is the larger school with 1,123 students compared with 9.
- •Big Creative Independent School is a independent school while Hillyfield Primary Academy 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Creative Independent School better than Hillyfield Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hillyfield Primary Academy ranks higher (76.5 vs 3.2 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 Big Creative Independent School and Hillyfield Primary Academy?
About 423 m in a straight line, between Walthamstow and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Big Creative Independent School: 9. Hillyfield Primary Academy: 1,123. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Big Creative Independent School and Hillyfield Primary Academy rank in London?
Big Creative Independent School is unranked and Hillyfield Primary Academy is 468th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).