Biggin Hill Primary School vs Charles Darwin School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 369 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Biggin Hill Primary School
Westerham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
444 students
Charles Darwin School
Westerham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,305 students
| Measure | Biggin Hill Primary School Westerham, London | Charles Darwin School Westerham, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1341 of 1,720 | #491 of 640 |
| National rank | #9670 of 15,697 | #2915 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 444 | 1,305 |
| Pupils on roll | 444 | 1,305 |
| Free school meals | 13.5% | 23.5% |
| Capacity filled | 96.9% | 96.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 38.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 24.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 50.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.25 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.5 |
| town | Westerham | Westerham |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bigginhillprimary.com | www.cdarwin.com |
The verdict
- •Biggin Hill Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.2 vs 30.9).
- •Charles Darwin School is the larger school with 1,305 students compared with 444.
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 Biggin Hill Primary School better than Charles Darwin School?
On the Success Index (England), Biggin Hill Primary School ranks higher (42.2 vs 30.9 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 Biggin Hill Primary School and Charles Darwin School?
About 369 m in a straight line, between Westerham and Westerham in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Biggin Hill Primary School: 444. Charles Darwin School: 1,305. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Biggin Hill Primary School and Charles Darwin School rank in London?
Biggin Hill Primary School is 1341st of 1,720 and Charles Darwin School is 491st of 640 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).